Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Drake and Kendrick Lamar's rap beef has officially gone to court. Drake's "Not Like Us" defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group started in New York City. But is this defamation or just "trash talking"?

Music journalist Sowmya Krishnamurthy explains the case, what each side is arguing, and what the judge has to say.

Do you think Drake will win this lawsuit? Is this a good look for free speech and hip-hop?

apnews.com/article/drake-kendrick-lamar-universal-lawsuit-f198556fe376aa53e85bead99e8dee37

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