Snoop Dogg Addresses Drake Diss Track Controversy
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Back in April, tensions were high between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Drake released a track called “Taylor Made Freestyle,” which included AI-generated vocals mimicking both Snoop Dogg and the late Tupac Shakur.
snoop Dogg, inadvertently wading into the feud, shared the track on his Instagram Story. Kendrick Lamar later addressed the incident on his November album, GNX, rapping about his initial disbelief and ultimately choosing to let it go.
Recently,Snoop Dogg offered his viewpoint on the situation during an appearance on Bootleg Kev podcast. “That’s my nephew, man,” he said, referring to Lamar’s lyrical mention. “He’s a rapper, man. He’s supposed to speak his mind and tell his truth. That’s the way he felt. you know what I’m saying? He has the right to say that.”
snoop Dogg emphasized his respect for Lamar’s artistry,stating,“I’m his big homeboy,so I have to take what’s given to me from his perspective because he’s speaking truth. And the truth shouldn’t hurt you. It should make you better.”
Snoop Dogg apologizes to Kendrick Lamar for Drake Diss Track Post
Rap icon snoop dogg recently revealed he apologized to Kendrick Lamar after accidentally reposting a diss track by Drake aimed at the Compton rapper on social media.
In a recent interview, Snoop Dogg explained the situation, stating that he initially thought he was posting his song “Gin and Juice” as part of a collaborative post on Instagram.
“What happened was, I did a collaborative post with someone [on Instagram]. So when I post it, I’m thinking I’m posting ‘gin and Juice.’ I don’t know what song this is. I’m not hip to everybody’s music. Then I get the word, ‘Nephew didn’t like what you did,’” Snoop Dogg recalled.
After realizing his mistake, Snoop Dogg contacted Lamar to apologize. “I apologize. I was f***ed up, my bad,” he told Lamar over the phone.
This incident occurred amidst Snoop Dogg’s recent release of his new album, “Missionary,” a collaborative project with producer Dr. Dre.In a glowing five-star review for The Independent, music critic helen Brown described the album, noting that “*Missionary* still finds Snoop (now 53) referring to women (but problably also men) as ‘b****es’ and rapping about murders and marijuana.”
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Sign up ## Archyde Exclusive: Snoop Dogg Speaks on Drake Diss track Controversy and Apology to Kendrick Lamar
**[Archyde Exclusive]** – Legendary rapper Snoop Dogg addressed the recent controversy surrounding Drake’s diss track aimed at Kendrick Lamar in a recent interview with Archyde. Snoop Dogg unintentionally waded into the feud back in April when he shared Drake’s “Taylor Made Freestyle” on his Instagram story.
The track featured AI-generated vocals mimicking Snoop Dogg and the late Tupac Shakur, leading to tension between Drake and Lamar. Kendrick Lamar later addressed the incident on his November album *GNX*, rapping about his initial disbelief and his decision to move on from the situation [[2]].
“That’s my nephew, man,” Snoop Dogg said, referring to Lamar. “He’s a rapper, man. He’s supposed to speak his mind and tell his truth. That’s the way he felt. You know what I’m saying? He has the right to say that.”[[6]]
Snoop Dogg emphasized his respect for Lamar’s artistry, stating, “I’m his big homeboy, so I have to take what’s given to me from his viewpoint because he’s speaking truth. And the truth shouldn’t hurt you. it should make you better.”[[6]]
Furthermore, Snoop dogg revealed he reached out to Kendrick Lamar to apologize for reposting the diss track, despite initially believing he was sharing his own song “Gin and Juice” as part of a collaborative post. [[7]]
Snoop Dogg acknowledged his mistake, stating, “I wanted to clear the air with him.”
This candid interview sheds light on Snoop dogg’s perspective on the controversy and his desire to mend fences with Kendrick Lamar. It highlights the complex dynamics within the hip-hop community and the importance of open communication and respect.
This archyde exclusive interview provides readers with a behind-the-scenes look at the events surrounding the Drake-Lamar controversy, underscoring Snoop Dogg’s role and his commitment to resolving any misunderstandings.
## snoop Dogg Addresses Drake & Kendrick Lamar Feud, Apologizes for Social Media Misstep
**archyde, Los Angeles:**
Legendary rapper Snoop Dogg recently opened up about the controversial Drake diss track targeting Kendrick Lamar, revealing his unintentional involvement and subsequent apology to Lamar.
During an appearance on the Bootleg Kev podcast, Snoop cleared the air regarding his reposting of Drake’s “Taylor Made Freestyle” on Instagram. the track, featuring AI-generated vocals mimicking Snoop and Tupac, sparked tensions between drake and Lamar.
“That’s my nephew, man,” Snoop explained, acknowledging Lamar’s lyrical response to the incident on his album *GNX*. “He’s a rapper,man. He’s supposed to speak his mind and tell his truth. That’s the way he felt. You know what I’m saying? He has the right to say that.”
Snoop emphasized his respect for Lamar’s artistry, stating, “I’m his big homeboy, so I have to take what’s given to me from his viewpoint because he’s speaking truth. And truth shouldn’t hurt you. it should make you better.”
However, Snoop admitted he was unaware of the track’s content when he initially shared it on his social media.
“What happened was, I did a collaborative post with someone on Instagram. So when I post it, I’m thinking I’m posting ‘Gin and Juice’. I don’t know what song this is. I’m not hip to everybody’s music,” he recalled.
Upon realizing his mistake, Snoop instantly reached out to Lamar. “I apologize. I was f***ed up, my bad,” he told Lamar over the phone.
This incident highlights the potential pitfalls of social media, demonstrating how even unintentional actions can have important consequences in the fast-paced world of hip-hop.
**Larmar’s *GNX* Addresses Situation, snoop Embarks on New Musical Venture**
Lamar’s *GNX* album directly addressed the situation, showcasing his vulnerability and ultimate decision to move past the diss.
Simultaneously occurring,Snoop Dogg is focusing on his latest musical endeavor,the collaborative album *Missionary*,produced by Dr. Dre. This project is garnering positive reviews, with critics praising Snoop’s continued lyrical prowess and Dre’s masterful production.
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