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Drake Files Federal Defamation Lawsuit Against Universal Music Group Over Kendrick Lamar Diss Track

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Drake has escalated his battle with Universal Music Group (UMG), filing a federal defamation lawsuit that targets the music giant for its role in promoting Kendrick Lamar’s controversial track Not Like Us. The move comes after Drake initially withdrew his legal action against UMG and Spotify, only to take this surprising new approach.

In the lawsuit, filed earlier this week, Drake accuses UMG of approving, publishing, and launching a campaign to make Not Like Us a viral sensation. According to the filing, the track contains false and damaging allegations about the rapper, including claims that he is a “criminal pedophile.” Drake’s legal team asserts that UMG intentionally monetized these allegations, knowing they were not only untrue but also dangerous.

“This lawsuit is not about the artist who created Not Like Us,” the filing states. “It is, instead, entirely about UMG, the music company that decided to publish, promote, exploit, and monetize allegations that it understood were not only false, but dangerous.”

The lawsuit alleges that UMG’s actions have led to public backlash against Drake, with the track sparking what the rapper describes as “vigilante justice” in response to the defamatory content.

Drake’s tensions with UMG stem from his long-standing affiliation with the label through Republic Records. While Not Like Us was created by another artist, Drake argues that the company’s decision to amplify and profit from the track has caused him significant harm.

The lawsuit marks a dramatic turn in Drake’s legal strategy, shifting focus away from the content creator to the corporation that he claims is responsible for its widespread promotion.

The case has sent shockwaves through the music industry, with many speculating about the potential fallout for UMG. The label has yet to issue a public response to the lawsuit. However, industry insiders suggest that the case could set a precedent for how record labels handle and promote controversial material in the digital age.

For Drake, the lawsuit represents a fight for accountability. “It’s not just about me,” he said in a statement. “It’s about the responsibility that companies have when they choose to amplify voices, especially when those voices spread harmful lies.”

As the case unfolds, it’s clear that this legal battle could have far-reaching implications for artists, labels, and the broader music industry.

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