Obama’s Surprising Take on the Drake vs. Kendrick Feud Sparks Internet Frenzy!

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Re-opening old pop culture wounds, the 2025 TV schedule highlighted Kendrick Lamar’s remarkable halftime show at Super Bowl LIX, which featured his Pulitzer Prize winning song “Not Like Us”. This sparked renewed discussions about his ongoing feud with Canadian rapper Drake. Moreover, an intriguing conversation has arisen among fans, due to the resurfacing of archival footage that seemingly shows former U.S. President Barack Obama taking a side in the dispute, well before it even began.

A 2016 Interview With President Obama Saw The Former Politician Side With Kendrick Lamar

Back in the time when the 44th president held office, an interview I’d like to mention serves as a testament to the internet’s long-term memory. During that conversation, we delved into a playful hypothetical scenario – a rap battle between Lamar and Drake. Given my penchant for pop culture, it was no surprise that this topic caught my attention. In this memorable clip, I shared my personal preference for the victor in this friendly contest, albeit with a subtle, yet evident bias.

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In a fair and impartial manner, that response was particularly balanced when it came to picking sides in this ongoing issue. The article mentioned by The Hill is said to have originated in 2016 – which was two years prior to Lamar receiving his Pulitzer Prize and almost a decade before the release of “Not Like Us.

It seems as though President Barack Obama may have been privy to this issue before most, or simply a visionary for his era. Regardless, social media had plenty of opinions about it.

The Internet Isn’t Surprised That Obama Favored Kendrick Lamar Over Drake

In certain conflicts, it’s clear which camp to align with, and the Kendrick Lamar/Drake rivalry seems to fall into that category. However, beyond the opinions on picking a side, there were some entertaining ideas thrown around during the discussions about why Obama endorsed the winning candidate:

The Kendrick Lamar/Drake dispute is one of those conflicts where it’s straightforward to decide which team to support. But, beyond people expressing their preferences on taking sides, there were some amusing theories proposed during the discourse about why Obama supported the victorious candidate:

  • “Kendrick should have sampled this” – @shainajade92
  • “He explained it perfectly there is a difference between an entertainer and lyricist.” – @victoriousaj
  • “You think this why Kendrick said on that one song “Obama said what it do!” – @superr.bensonn
  • “okay this isn’t that impressive. kendrick is a PULITZER PRIZE WINNING writer. like he is literally on another level. kendrick makes art, drake sings his lil melodies like tf” – @space_noodles_
  • “Yall thought Obama was gonna pick the Canadian?” – @minton__jr

Reflecting on former President Obama’s views about the contemporary NBA serves as a testament to his enduring connection with pop culture. This glimpse into the past underscores just how much he was immersed in popular trends, a trait that has proven beneficial for politicians across party lines. One can only hope this knack for staying current won’t fade anytime soon, not just for Obama but also for those close to him, as we mustn’t forget the captivating tale behind Laura Bush’s preferred film.

While Drake’s legal actions unfold in reality, it appears the court of public opinion remains firmly on Drake’s side, often referred to as K.Dot. The reemergence of Barack Obama’s comments and the responses they’ve sparked only fan the flames more. It remains uncertain if anything could ever sway this public favor towards anyone else.

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2025-02-24 21:13