Kendrick Lamar’s “Euphoria” Takes Aim at Drake: 12 Best Diss Lyrics

 

Dive into Kendrick Lamar's latest Diss lyrics track "Euphoria" aimed at Drake, dissecting 12 scathing lyrics in their ongoing feud.

 

 

Introduction

 

17 days after Drake’s diss track "Push Ups" leaked, Kendrick Lamar dropped "Euphoria" on his YouTube channel.

 

The track, named after the HBO show where Drake is an executive producer, stirred up the rap scene with Lamar's direct shots at the 6 God.

 

The Long-standing Feud

 

The feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake goes way back, starting from Lamar’s explosive verse in “Control” in 2013, followed by subtle jabs at Drake in subsequent events.

 

Setting the Stage

 

Before "Euphoria," Kendrick hinted at his intentions with his verse on Future and Metro Boomin’s “Like That,” reigniting the feud.

 

J. Cole also joined in with a diss track but backed out soon after.

 

The Drake vs. Kendrick Showdown

 

Between “Push Ups” and “Euphoria,” Drake continued taunting Lamar, but removed his AI-assisted freestyle after legal pressure from Tupac’s estate.

 

Now, it’s Drake’s turn to respond.

 

Analyzing the Diss Lyrics

1. What's Real Rap?

   • Kendrick dismisses Drake's music as superficial compared to his own.

2. Looking Funny in the Light

   • Lamar criticizes Drake's behavior post-"Push Ups."

3. Attacking Drake's Biracial Identity

   • Kendrick questions Drake's authenticity and his use of racial themes in his music.

4. Heavy Is the Head

   • Lamar reflects on the weight of fame and mentions fellow rappers J. Cole and Drake.

5. What Does Drake's Young Money/Cash Money Record Deal Look Like?

   • Kendrick questions the specifics of Drake's record deal, poking at the layers of management above him.

6. Ghostwriting Allegations Never Die

   • Lamar resurrects the ghostwriting accusations against Drake.

7. Hating Drake

   • Kendrick expresses his strong dislike for Drake.

8. When Fatherhood Calls

   • Lamar criticizes Drake's portrayal of fatherhood.

9. First-Person Shooter Mode

   • Kendrick metaphorically aims at Drake, emphasizing his readiness to attack.

10. Defending Pharrell & Bringing Up Drake's Pusha T Loss

    • Lamar defends Pharrell and reminds Drake of his past feud with Pusha T.

11. Jabbing Drake for Having No Classic Albums & Fake Abs

    • Kendrick boasts about his own discography and questions the authenticity of Drake's image.

12. Comparing Drake to Sexyy Red

    • Kendrick mocks Drake’s behavior, comparing him to a fictional character.

 

Conclusion

 

With “Euphoria,” Kendrick Lamar fires shots at Drake, reigniting their long-standing feud and setting the stage for Drake’s response.