In a thrilling week in music, Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ achieves an impressive milestone on the Billboard charts. Meanwhile, Drake makes a surprising disappearance from the Hot 100, stirring reactions. J. Cole enters the fray with his insightful track, ‘Port Antonio’, addressing the beef between Kendrick and Drake. Hip Hop fans are buzzing with excitement and intrigue at these developments. This week in music news is one for the books!
Kendrick Lamar’s diss track ‘Not Like Us’ has climbed to a remarkable peak, notching its 21st week at the top of the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart. This achievement marks it as the longest-running No. 1 since the chart began in 1989, outpacing Lil Nas X’s ‘Old Town Road’.
At the same time, Lamar holds steady at the summit of the Rap Streaming Songs chart, tying with ‘Old Town Road’ for a commendable third place in the standings. This success is a testament to the song’s staying power and widespread appeal.
In a surprising turn, Drake does not have a single track or feature on the Billboard Hot 100 this week, an absence not seen since April 2022. This unexpected departure has left fans and followers in awe, speculating about the next steps for the ‘Hotline Bling’ artist.
J. Cole weighs in on the Kendrick-Drake saga with his fresh release, ‘Port Antonio’. On this track, he thoughtfully reflects on the rivalry, revealing he stepped back to avoid escalating tensions and preserve friendships. “I woulda lost a bro,” he raps, highlighting the personal stakes involved.
Cole also voices his desire to rise above the discord, emphasizing that the heart of Hip Hop lies in genuine expression and connection, rather than conflict. His closing plea for unity resonates as a reminder of the genre’s deeper purpose.
Kendrick Lamar’s record-breaking success and Drake’s mysterious absence offer fresh intrigue and conversation in the Hip Hop arena.
