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Drake Sues UMG Over Kendrick's Grammy Wins, Defamation Claims

4/17/2025

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Drake is taking legal action against Universal Music Group, alleging that Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance and Grammy victories for "Not Like Us" tarnished his reputation. He claims UMG knowingly promoted the song despite its defamatory content. In response, UMG has labeled the lawsuit as unfounded, arguing it threatens artistic freedom.

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Drake is taking legal action against Universal Music Group, alleging that Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance and Grammy victories for "Not Like Us" tarnished his reputation. He claims UMG knowingly promoted the song despite its defamatory content. In response, UMG has labeled the lawsuit as unfounded, arguing it threatens artistic freedom.