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Lupe Fiasco & Joe Budden Squash Alleged “Hate” for Kendrick Lamar & Drake in Fiery X Spaces Debate
Lupe Fiasco and Joe Budden took to an X (formerly Twitter) Spaces discussion on Monday to dive into the viral feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, addressing long-standing rumors about their alleged disdain for the two rap titans. During the discussion, Fiasco confronted the rumors about his supposed hatred for Lamar, while Budden tackled similar accusations regarding his feelings towards Drake.
The conversation kicked off with Fiasco revealing his limited engagement with the diss tracks circulating between Lamar and Drake. “You know I haven’t listened to any of the songs? I listened to ‘Push Ups’ and then after the [Rick] Ross response [‘Champagne Moments’], I haven’t listened to anything. So I haven’t heard any of the records: ‘Family Matters,’ ‘Meet the Grahams,’ ‘Not Like Us.’ I kinda tapped out,” Fiasco admitted. Budden seized the moment, accusing Fiasco of harboring “sheer hate for one of them n****s,” to which Fiasco swiftly shot back with the same accusation.
In an effort to set the record straight, Fiasco declared, “I do not have a problem. No matter what was said in the past, what you think happened, what happened, what didn’t happen. I personally and professionally do not have a problem with my brother-in-arms Kendrick Lamar.” The heated exchange left fans eager for more insights into the minds of these influential artists.
The longstanding beef between Lamar and Drake has been brewing since the release of Future and Metro Boomin’s “Like That” earlier this year. Although no new diss tracks have surfaced since May, the tension remains high. Stay tuned for further updates on the evolving dynamics between Lupe Fiasco, Joe Budden, Drake, and Kendrick Lamar right here on Honk Magazine.
Artist Spotlight
François Marius pushes lips to feet on the dance-ready on latest release “What You Gonna Do (Radio Edit)”
François Marius‘ latest release, “What You Gonna Do (Radio Edit),” asks a heartfelt question, the difference between saying you love someone and showing it. The song is built on a catchy dance beat and guitars with an energetic feel and emotional message about trust, commitment and openness that comes with giving someone your heart.
The song questions the uncertainty of loving someone and if they’ll stick around when the going gets tough. The song straddles the line of intimacy and fear of a broken heart. It’s relatable because it’s not about saying love, it’s about showing love. François Marius’ “Radio Edit” is a relationship-centered offering, providing sincerity in an upbeat musical setting. The guitars are textured and the dance beat keeps the song interesting.
“What You Gonna Do” challenges listeners to look past statements and consider what real commitment looks like in action. This is a song for people who believe that love should be heard not just in the words of a person but in the actions they are willing to take.
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Metaphoric Mind unveils dark intensity and catchy rhythms on latest release “Jaws”
Metaphoric Mind delivers a hard-hitting, energetic sound on “Jaws” built on dark themes, razor-sharp guitars and a driving instrumental base. I love how the song opens up with a strong attack, fast synths and drums and the lead guitar gives a compelling edge to the momentum of the song. The result is a powerful record with a darker mood, but also rhythmic pull that gives the track an energy that is both urgent and captivating.
The lyrics of the song go back to the idea of trying again and making things right, reinforcing the determined mood. That sentiment is echoed throughout, a persistence thread beneath the dark tone of “Jaws,” a willingness to confront the mistake rather than leave it unresolved.
The dark feel gives the song a unique character and the syncopation between the drums and lead guitar make the song accessible and engaging. “Jaws” is an intense listen and a striking addition to Metaphoric Mind’s sound for fans of music that mixes weight and urgency with memorable instrumental interplay.
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