Drake has intensified his legal battle with Universal Music Group (UMG), amending his existing lawsuit to include allegations that the label intentionally harmed his reputation by promoting Kendrick Lamar's diss track, Not Like Us. The core of Drake's complaint revolves around Lamar's Super Bowl performance, where the song was prominently featured. Drake's legal team argues that UMG orchestrated the performance to specifically target and damage his character.
The amended lawsuit claims that UMG strategically promoted Not Like Us knowing it contained disparaging remarks about Drake. This promotion, according to the suit, was a calculated move to benefit UMG financially while simultaneously harming Drake's image and career. Drake is seeking substantial damages from UMG, citing the alleged intentional infliction of emotional distress and reputational damage. UMG has yet to issue a formal response to the amended complaint. The case continues to unfold, with potential implications for artist-label relationships and the use of diss tracks in the music industry.
Drake Alleges Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Performance Was 'Orchestrated'
Drake has amended his lawsuit against Universal Music Group, claiming the label intentionally promoted Kendrick Lamar's song Not Like Us to damage his reputation. The lawsuit alleges that Lamar's Super Bowl performance, featuring the diss track, was part of a deliberate effort orchestrated by UMG. Drake's legal team argues that this promotion caused him significant harm. The amended complaint seeks further damages from UMG for their alleged role in the controversy.
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