Joe Budden Calls Drake ‘Bitch’ After Defamation Lawsuit Dismissal

Joe Budden reignited his long-standing feud with rapper Drake following the dismissal of Budden's defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), which involved Drake. A federal judge ruled that Kendrick Lamar's diss tracks, including "Not Like Us," did not constitute a factual accusation against Drake but were instead part of a "war of words," deeming the lawsuit's claims as "logically incoherent." Budden expressed his disdain on his podcast and social media, calling Drake derogatory names and mocking his perceived decline in relevance. The judge also found that Lamar's lyrics were protected free speech and that a reasonable listener wouldn't interpret them as factual statements. Despite the dismissal, Budden hinted at impending consequences for Drake from UMG, suggesting a power dynamic due to UMG's significant market share. This episode adds another layer to the ongoing public rivalry between Budden and Drake, captivating fans and observers in the music industry.