Drake Files Allegations Against UMG in Court

Drake has intensified his ongoing feud with Kendrick Lamar by filing court notices against Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify, alleging manipulative promotion of Lamar's diss track 'Not Like Us.' The filings claim UMG engaged in unethical practices, such as payola and the use of bots, to artificially boost the song's popularity, which features defamatory lyrics about Drake. UMG has denied these allegations, labeling them as offensive and absurd, asserting that they adhere to high ethical standards in marketing. In his petitions, Drake seeks access to information that could support a potential lawsuit, emphasizing that UMG's actions come at the expense of other artists, including himself. The track has reportedly garnered over 900 million plays, reflecting its viral success amid the artists' escalating rivalry. This legal maneuver follows a series of diss tracks exchanged between the two superstars, heightening tensions within the hip-hop community.