As the dust settles on one of hip-hop's most intense beefs, rapper T.I. proposes an unexpected but intriguing solution: a joint tour for Drake and Kendrick Lamar.
- May 26, 2024
AceShowbiz - The rap world has seen its fair share of legendary rivalries, but the recent feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar is one of the most "exacerbated beefs" ever, according to T.I. The veteran rapper has been vocal about his thoughts on the Drake-Kendrick feud and has some unconventional ideas on how to resolve it.
In a recent appearance on DJ Whoo Kid's SiriusXM Whoo's House Podcast, T.I. suggested that the two rappers should put their differences aside and embark on a joint tour.
"I got respect for both of them," T.I. said during the interview. "I think [Drake and Kendrick are] both phenomenal hitmakers. I'm just waiting on the tour. That's the only thing."
T.I. believes that a reunion tour could not only mend the rift but also create a monumental moment in hip-hop history. The idea is to capitalize on the tension and turn it into a profitable venture. "Listen, after the disagreement, the only thing that's gon' sell is the reunion," he explained.
Although this idea might seem far-fetched, T.I. isn't the only one who has floated the concept. Public Enemy's Chuck D also suggested that Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and even J. Cole could benefit from working together despite their differences. Chuck D's perspective is that such a tour would bring positive energy and shift public focus away from negative aspects of their beef.
Interestingly, J. Cole had already distanced himself from the feud, a decision T.I. praised. "That was very Gandhi of him," T.I. noted, acknowledging Cole's decision to stay out of the battle. He had previously lauded Cole for avoiding the back-and-forth, which involved rapid-fire diss tracks and increasingly severe allegations from both Drake and Kendrick.
In previous interviews, T.I. emphasized that not all the accusations traded were based on truth, and that the intensity of the beef had a ripple effect on the industry's landscape. "They done kinda f*cked it up for some others who were planning to drop in this period," he lamented.
Meanwhile, Snoop Dogg praised Drake-Kendrick Lamar rap battle for raising the bar in the hip-hop scene. "As far as what they did for the industry and the rap game, they made you rap again," he said. "You can't mumble your way and gimmick your way to a song no more, buddy. So, thank y'all."
While T.I. and others propose this ambitious tour as a solution to end the hostility, only time will tell if Drake and Kendrick will consider such a step. Regardless, the idea sparks curiosity and excitement among fans eager to see how this iconic rap rivalry will evolve.
