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UMG Fights Back Against Drake's Defamation Claims

3/17/2025

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Universal Music Group (UMG) is pushing back against Drake's defamation lawsuit regarding Kendrick Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us," claiming the allegations are baseless and a desperate move following a rap battle loss. Meanwhile, Drake's lawyer argues that UMG is dodging responsibility for cashing in on falsehoods. The stakes are high in this lyrical showdown!

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Universal Music Group (UMG) is pushing back against Drake's defamation lawsuit regarding Kendrick Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us," claiming the allegations are baseless and a desperate move following a rap battle loss. Meanwhile, Drake's lawyer argues that UMG is dodging responsibility for cashing in on falsehoods. The stakes are high in this lyrical showdown!