Drake Sues Universal Music Over Defamation

Drake has filed a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) over their promotion of Kendrick Lamar's track 'Not Like Us,' which he claims falsely paints him as a pedophile. The lawsuit, filed in New York federal court, alleges that UMG prioritized financial gain over the safety and well-being of its artists, knowing the song contained harmful falsehoods. Drake argues that the inflammatory lyrics have led to increased security concerns for him and his family, including an incident involving a shooting at his home. He emphasizes that his legal action is directed at UMG, not Lamar, accusing the label of exploiting the controversy for profit. UMG has denied any unethical practices and maintains that it adheres to high ethical standards in its marketing efforts. The legal battle continues amid a longstanding feud between Drake and Lamar, with Drake's contract with UMG up for renewal this year.