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Drake Allegedly Stirs Criticism After Pokimane’s Heartbreak with a Nod to Kendrick Lamar’s “Euphoria”

The internet spotlight is buzzing after Drake, the Toronto-born rapper, appeared to slyly reference Kendrick Lamar’s record-breaking “Euphoria” in response to comments made by popular streamer Pokimane. Even though Kendrick’s latest album has dominated headlines lately, it seems Drake remains unfazed, focusing instead on his orbit of controversies, this time involving an upset Canadian fan-turned-critic. On Saturday (November 23), Pokimane, a longtime admirer of the 6 God, expressed dismay over Drake’s endorsement deal with the controversial betting platform Stake. In a heartfelt video clip, she said, “When I heard Drake was involved with Stake, my heart broke.” “I’ve been a little Drake fangirl…but now, I don’t love him as much as a person.”

Enter Drake, never one to let criticism slide quietly. During a recap stream hosted by Los Pollos, he addressed Pokimane’s comments with a seemingly cryptic jab: “I watched the clip. What’s she mad about? Is it the braids??!” Fans were quick to dissect the comment, drawing parallels to “Euphoria,” Kendrick Lamar’s chart-topping track where he raps about misunderstandings in the industry, “Cutthroat business, you got shit twisted / What is it? The braids?”

Whether Drake’s comment was intentional or not, it has sparked speculation about whether he was teasing both Pokimane and Kendrick at the same time. The timing is interesting since “Euphoria” has been extremely popular since its release in April, breaking streaming records and becoming one of the top rap songs of 2024.

Reactions among fans vary: some see Drake’s comments as a light-hearted way to dismiss the criticism, while others think it could be a sly dig at Kendrick, especially given their history of competing through music. Drake has previously responded to “Euphoria” with his songs.

Meanwhile, Kendrick is enjoying the success of “Euphoria,” referenced by the popular HBO series of the same title, starring Zendaya and executive produced by the 6 God. He also stood out during his electrifying Pop-Out concert opener. Even though “Euphoria” didn’t receive Grammy nominations, Kendrick’s album “Not Like Us” earned seven nominations, showcasing he still greatly influenced the music scene. On the other hand, Drake’s talent for stirring the cultural pot remains unparalleled. Whether it’s about his Stake deal, his rivalry with Kendrick, or the heartbreak of popular streamer Pokimane, the 6 God thrives in the chaos he leaves in his wake. And honestly, that might be the enduring allure that keeps people fascinated by him.

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