Drake's original claims suggested that the significant traction gained by "Not Like Us" was due to improper marketing practices by Universal, who he claimed licensed the song at reduced rates to Spotify, effectively skewing its popularity. Despite the withdrawal, Drake's legal troubles aren't entirely over, as a related lawsuit against Universal and iHeartRadio continues in Texas. Throughout the feud, Coca-Cola's defense, asserting compliance with ethical marketing standards, and Drake's own legal strategies have raised eyebrows among music industry experts, many of whom speculate that the accusations could inadvertently boost the very song in question.
Drake Ends Legal Dispute Over Kendrick Lamar's Diss Track
Drake Ends Legal Dispute Over Kendrick Lamar's Diss Track
Canadian rapper Drake has withdrawn his lawsuit against Universal Music and Spotify, alleging stream manipulation for Kendrick Lamar's diss song.
In a surprising turn, Drake, the acclaimed Canadian artist, has retracted his legal claims against Universal Music and Spotify regarding the promotion of Kendrick Lamar's controversial track "Not Like Us," which accused him of inappropriate behavior. This legal saga, which began last November, included allegations of bot usage and payola to artificially enhance Lamar's song's streaming numbers. On Tuesday, after discussions with representatives from both companies, Drake's legal team voluntarily dismissed the case, paving the way for negotiations without litigation.
