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Akademiks Claims Kendrick Lamar Rejected Drake's "First Person Shooter" Feature

Kendrick Lamar's disdain for Drake has long been a topic of speculation in the rap community. However, with the release of his latest diss track "Euphoria," any doubts about their rivalry have been put to rest. 

According to DJ Akademiks, Kendrick's animosity towards Drake runs deep, stemming from his dislike of Drake's demeanor and attempts to form alliances.

During a recent live stream on May 2, DJ Akademiks dropped a bombshell revelation, shedding light on an incident that fueled Kendrick's disdain for Drake. 

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It turns out that Drake reached out to both J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar for a collaboration on his 2023 hit "First Person Shooter."

Drake hit up Kendrick, Now, if you think about this entire timeline and beef with that in mind, makes sense... I'm hearing that 'First Person Shooter' was a song intended to be with the 'Big Three.' I'm hearing that verses were reworked because Kendrick Lamar did not respond to the feature request.

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- Akademiks

"First Person Shooter" marked the beginning of the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar feud, with Drake and J. Cole boasting about their status as the top rappers of their generation. 

Kendrick Lamar Reportedly Said No to Drake's "First Person Shooter" Feature, Akademiks Reveals:

Akademiks reveals that Kendrick was supposed to be on 'First Person Shooter' with Drake and J. Cole, but he declined, which incited the beef pic.twitter.com/qEk54UArWw

— Akademiks TV (@AkademiksTV) May 3, 2024

In the original version of the song, there was a reference to Kendrick Lamar as the third member of the "Big Three."

However, according to DJ Akademiks, Kendrick was not interested in collaborating with Drake. Despite Drake's efforts to enlist him for the track, Kendrick declined the offer outright. 

This rejection reportedly irked Kendrick to the point where he felt compelled to retaliate with the "Like That" diss track.

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The revelation about "First Person Shooter" aligns with the lyrics of Kendrick's "Euphoria" diss track, where he makes a veiled reference to a rejected feature request from Drake. 

The confirmation of this theory by DJ Akademiks has added another layer of complexity to the ongoing feud between the two rappers.

While Drake has not directly addressed these claims, DJ Akademiks stands by his sources, assuring his audience that the information is credible. 

The revelation provides insight into the dynamics between Kendrick and Drake, shedding light on the tensions that have fueled their longstanding rivalry.

As the saga between Kendrick Lamar and Drake continues to unfold, fans eagerly await further developments and potential responses from both artists. 

The revelation about "First Person Shooter" serves as a testament to the intricacies of rap beef and the underlying tensions that drive it.

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