Fans Slam Metro Boomin as He Plays Coy With a “diplomatic” Response to Drake-Kendrick Beef

Published 09/24/2024, 12:10 AM EDT

The Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef has long been a source of free entertainment, cementing its place as a historic event in the legacy of rap music since its beginning. This epic rivalry has captivated fans worldwide, transcending a mere celebrity spat into a cultural phenomenon. Moreover, ever since it started, drawing in rap heavyweights into the ring, the personal feud has taken the form of a debate. Now, each one has to side with a team, or else the fans are sparing no one of public indignation, making neutrality an unaffordable luxury in the rap universe.

At the Forbes Under 30 Summit Music Festival, Metro Boomin addressed the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar beef, sparking controversy trying to get away with a tricky response to the pan-industry beef of the century. "As far as being diplomatic, it's just entertainment, at the end of the day," he said, downplaying the rivalry's significance. "I have love and respect for all my collaborators," he explained, prioritizing unity in rap music. 

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Boomin ended his two cents on the topic, claiming how he just wanted to see everybody do their best and "help push rap forward." Despite his noble intentions, fans remain enraged, demanding Metro Boomin choose between Drake and Kendrick. His refusal has ignited a backlash, testing his reputation among loyal supporters. His neutrality didn't sit well with fans who crave a clear allegiance as served by Ye in his bold statements and so on.

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While many felt Metro Boomin lacked the courage to take a side, they blasted him on social media, accusing him of dodging the question.

Fans did not buy Metro Boomin's stance on the Drake vs Kendrick beef

Metro Boomin's diplomatic stance on the Drake-Kendrick beef sparked divided reactions. Some slammed him for backpedaling, while others were stunned, claiming his comments revealed the root of the issue. However, others defended him, citing the Forbes event's professional setting, where a strong statement would have been out of place. They argued that taking a firm stance would have fallen flat with the business-oriented crowd.

Others blasted him for speaking out of both sides of his mouth, bringing stacks of Metro Boomin’s previous tweets, where he put the beef to use for his albums. 

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Besides the beef, the acclaimed artist shared his creative journey. The Grammy-nominated producer attributed his success to patience, comparing song production to solving a complex puzzle. With 52 Billboard Hot 100 hits, including collaborations with Drake and Post Malone, Boomin advised young attendees to invest in themselves, stay focused, and surround themselves with driven individuals to achieve success.

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What is your take on Metro Boomin's response to the beef debate? Let us know in the comments below. 

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Shraddha Suman

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Shraddha Das is a Content Lead and the Sub Group Head at Netflix Junkie. Captivated by the power of storytelling and the written word at a young age, which led her to pursue a career in journalism at the Esteemed KIIT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, in Orissa. She has over 1500 articles to her name.

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