Pusha T recently shared his thoughts on the famous rap battle between Drake and Kendrick Lamar during an interview with Emmy-winning journalist Ari Melber at Art Basel in Miami on December 7. When asked if he thought Kendrick won the battle, Pusha responded emphatically, stating, “1,000 percent.” He elaborated, praising Kendrick’s lyricism, describing him as a rapper who “talks to your soul.” Push emphasized that while many rappers may be clever or use flashy wordplay, Kendrick’s approach is more profound, saying that “the truth really hurts and the truth cuts deep.” Pusha believes Kendrick’s ability to tap into that emotional truth was what ultimately led to Drake’s retreat in the feud.
Pusha also touched on the personal impact that this level of lyrical depth can have, remarking that it could cause someone to “tap out” or even take legal action, referencing the lawsuits that emerged during and after the battle. He called the act of suing “crazy” and “nuts,” highlighting how intense the battle became.
Ari Melber drew comparisons between Pusha’s own 2018 beef with Drake and Kendrick’s rivalry with the Toronto rapper. Pusha reflected on how, due to the niche nature of his audience, his wins were often overlooked, contrasting this with Kendrick’s widespread popularity. He also discussed how the fallout from his feud with Drake led many artists and labels to distance themselves from him, even pulling him off tracks, citing an example from Pop Smoke’s posthumous album Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon. Push revealed that his verse on “Paranoia” had been removed after Young Thug and Gunna were upset by the mention of Drake.
Despite the challenges he faced, Pusha gave Kendrick credit for his role in elevating the value of lyricism in rap. He noted that Kendrick’s success in maintaining a strong lyrical presence was significant for the rap community, acknowledging that Kendrick’s approach had a profound impact on how lyricism is perceived and respected within the industry. "What Kendrick did for what we do as rappers was very big,” Pusha said, recognizing the importance of keeping quality lyrics at the forefront of rap music.
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