Kendrick Lamar makes history at the 2026 Grammys — Check out his wins

The "GNX" rapper has walked away with four trophies so far, breaking Jay-Z's record of 25 wins at the awards show ceremony.
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Drake appeals dismissal of ‘Not Like Us’ case against UMG, says court created a ‘dangerous’ rule for rap diss tracks

In May, when the company filed its motion to dismiss, UMG characterized Drake’s allegations as “wild conspiracies” and described the lawsuit as “Drake’s attempt to save face for his unsuccessful rap battle with Lamar.”

Drake Appeals Dismissal of ‘Not Like Us' Defamation Case, Calls Ruling ‘Dangerous'

Drake argues the lower court created an "unprecedented" rule that rap diss tracks can never be actionable

Drake appeals dismissal of Kendrick Lamar's ‘Not Like Us’ defamation lawsuit; calls ruling a ‘dangerous’ rule for rap

Drake is appealing a judge's dismissal of his defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us." Drake claims the song's lyrics, calling him a "certified pedophile," damaged his reputation and endangered him.

J. Cole fires back at critics of his Kendrick apology in new freestyle

In his surprise drop, "Birthday Blizzard '26," J. Cole reclaims his position as a rap giant and addresses critics on "Bronx Zoo Freestyle."