Before hip-hop fans dive into another chapter of the Drake versus Kendrick Lamar saga, it’s always interesting to see how major industry names really felt behind the scenes. The rap world turned this feud into a massive conversation, especially with how explosive “Like That” became. Yet not everyone inside the industry reacted with the same seriousness that fans expected.
Metro Boomin, who was closely connected to the situation through his work with Future and his own history with Drake, recently shared a surprisingly calm perspective. His comments caught the attention of rap and hip-hop fans everywhere, mainly because so many assumed he had deeper stakes in the drama.
This article explores Metro Boomin’s reaction, why he brushed the feud off, the moments that sparked fan debates, and how it all fits into larger rap culture. Understanding his viewpoint gives fans a new way to look at the conflict between two of the biggest names in modern hip-hop.
Metro Boomin downplays the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef
Metro Boomin reflected on how he didn’t take the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef too seriously, even with his own history involving both artists. The tension between the two rap giants reignited when Kendrick dropped his fiery verse on the track “Like That,” a collaboration with Future that quickly turned into one of the biggest hip-hop moments of the year.
During an interview with Streetz 94.5, Metro addressed an old clip where he was seen laughing after a fan shouted Drake’s “make some drums” diss at him during one of his shows. Many fans expected Metro to respond defensively, but he explained that the entire feud felt more like a performance than a real war.
“Nah, man, it's WWE, man,” he said. “It's WWE exactly. You know, I still grew up from that era, that's what it was. Before the Internet was what it is now, where it's personal and fans taking sides.”
His comparison to WWE surprised many, especially considering how intense rap fans became during the height of the beef. Metro’s take suggests he saw the feud as entertainment rather than deep-rooted animosity.
Metro’s recent comments stir more reactions
This interview wasn’t the only moment Metro addressed conversations around Drake and Kendrick. In another interaction, he fired back at a fan who blamed him for the tense relationship between Drake and Future. Metro didn’t hold back, responding with: “cry me a river f**k boy.”
That response quickly circulated online and added more fuel to ongoing debates about where Metro stands in today’s rap landscape.
The background of Metro and Drake’s issues
The tension between Metro Boomin and Drake has been discussed for years, with fans offering various theories about what happened. One widely shared claim is that Drake disrespected Metro by asking for a beat shortly after the passing of Metro’s mother. However, there are conflicting accounts, and nothing has been confirmed, so fans continue to treat it lightly.
No matter the full truth, Metro’s recent comments show that he views most rap beefs, especially this one, as part of the spectacle that hip-hop naturally creates.