Drake and Nicki Minaj Reunite on Stage After Drake Claps Back at Kendrick Lamar’s “Euphoria” Jab

June 18, 2024

Drake and Nicki Minaj Reunite on Stage After Drake Claps Back at Kendrick Lamar’s “Euphoria” Jab

Initially, fans thought the diss track of things, but it seems the beef is far from over. Recently, Drake made a grand entrance back onto the stage with the rap queen Nicki Minaj, just after stirring up speculation with Kendrick Lamar’s “Euphoria” diss track.

Lamar’s six-minute lyrical assault aimed at Drake’s identity, nationality, fatherhood, style, stature, and music. Shortly after Lamar dropped his diss track, mixed reactions came in from top guys like Rick Ross, Metro Boomin, Gunna, and even the folks at Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary. But what people really wanted was Drake’s response.

What Was Drake’s Response to “Euphoria?”

In a move that seemed straight out of a movie script, Drake shared a clip from “10 Things I Hate About You,” in which Julia Stiles passionately recites a poem about disdain. It was a subtle jab at Lamar’s verses, in which he revealed a litany of hatred against him.

Lamar’s bars were scathing, touching on everything, including Drake’s walk and talk about his choice of clothes and associates. But Drake’s response? Swoosh, it was a masterclass in subtlety and wilt.

Did you know that Drake never held back in his quest to provoke a response from Lamar? Notably, he had released two diss tracks before “Euphoria” on April 30. The first was “Push Ups,” which targeted Lamar, Rick Ross, and Metro Boomin.

Then, “Taylor Made Freestyle” hit the airwaves via social media. However, his second release was removed amid alleged threats of a lawsuit from Tupac Shakur’s estate. This was due to AI vocals featuring Pac and Snoop Dogg. Drake’s caption of the release? “While we wait on you, I guess.”

Drake Performs on Stage With Nicki Minaj Amid Diss Track Battles

It was not all digital warfare for Drake. Following his online trolls, he joined forces with Nicki Minaj on stage at her Toronto show on April 30. It was a real-life appearance that lit up the crowd, as many were not expecting it.

Nicki Minaj took to X (formerly Twitter) on May 1, gushing about Drake’s support, hinting at the electrifying energy he brought to the stage.

Whitney Alford Speaks Out Amid Kendrick Lamar’s Rap Beef Drama

Surprisingly, Whitney Alford, the mother of Lamar’s children, broke her social media silence amidst rumors surrounding Lamar’s beef with Drake. Taking to her Instagram Story on Sunday, May 12, Alford shared a video and message, marking what seemed to be her first public post since the rap battle.

Coincidentally, May 12 also doubled as Alford’s birthday and Mother’s Day. Celebrating herself and fellow mothers, she said, “Happy Birthday to Me” and “Happy Mother’s Day to all my real ones!”

In the accompanying video, Alford wears a black-and-white headband adorned with short black curls while sitting in what looks like a pottery studio. Focusing on her creative process, she shows us her progress in sculpting a bowl.

Social Media Buzzes Over Whitney Alford’s Post

Following Whitney Alford’s Instagram update, social media platforms, including X, speculated and anticipated. One user hinted at a potential exclusive interview on the horizon for Alford. In Drake’s diss track, “Family Matters,” he did not shy away from mentioning Alford, questioning Lamar’s relocation from California to New York. He doubted their relationship status.

His lyrics hinted at unfulfilled marriage promises and shed light on Lamar’s alleged preferences for romantic partners. Furthermore, Drake mentioned Alford’s role in Lamar’s life, referencing Bobby Brown and questioning her needs and motives. He even went as far as alleging mistreatment by Lamar, suggesting a traumatic experience behind the scenes.

As fans continue to dissect Drake’s verses and Lamar’s response, will Drake take the crown, or will Lamar take his W on this one? Eventually, we shall know who emerges victorious in this lyrical showdown.