Kendrick Lamar's Controversial Hit 'Not Like Us' Surpasses 1 Billion Spotify Streams Before Super Bowl Performance
Kendrick Lamar's hit track "Not Like Us" has surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify, marking a significant milestone less than a year after its release. The achievement comes just days before Lamar's scheduled Super Bowl halftime performance.
Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' milestone
The song, which emerged from Lamar's ongoing feud with Drake, has become one of 2024's biggest hits while simultaneously sparking legal controversy. Drake has filed a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), alleging the label orchestrated a campaign to promote false allegations through the track.
Despite pressure to remove "Not Like Us" from his Super Bowl setlist, Lamar has confirmed he will perform the song. The NFL has further solidified this decision by featuring the track in their promotional material.
In response to recent developments, Drake shared a message on Instagram, avoiding direct mention of Lamar or the controversy: "Love to all the 6'ers. Winter months are the toughest. Shit can be depressing, so take care of yourselves and try to show love to each other." He also teased an upcoming collaboration with PartyNextDoor.
Key points:
- "Not Like Us" reaches 1 billion Spotify streams
- Drake's lawsuit targets UMG but not Spotify or iHeartRadio
- Kendrick Lamar confirms Super Bowl performance will include the track
- Drake announces upcoming joint album with PartyNextDoor
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