In a recent interview, Snoop Dogg has publicly accused Drake of stealing his music from his latest album. The legendary rapper expressed his frustration during a live episode of Drink Champs at ComplexCon 2024 in Las Vegas. According to Snoop, Drake’s album features similarities to Snoop’s iconic sound, leading him to accuse the Canadian rapper of “musical theft.”.
Snoop Dogg’s Accusations Against Drake
During the interview, Snoop openly stated that Drake’s latest project bore striking resemblances to his own signature style. He pointed out specific tracks where the influence of West Coast rap was particularly noticeable, suggesting that Drake had borrowed elements from his past works without giving proper credit. “It sounds like something I would have done back in the day,” Snoop remarked, noting that the similarities were too close to be mere coincidence.
The accusations come at a time when Drake is already embroiled in a heated beef with Kendrick Lamar, who recently released his diss track, “Not Like Us,” directed at Drake. This track, according to Snoop, may have united the West Coast but also further fueled tensions in the rap community.
Kendrick Lamar’s Impact on the West Coast Unity
Snoop also discussed the significance of Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” in the ongoing rap war between him and Drake. Snoop believes that Kendrick’s track wasn’t just a diss song but rather a unifying force for the West Coast rap scene. Speaking on the matter, Snoop said, “It unified the West,” referring to the newfound camaraderie among rival gangs and artists as a result of Kendrick’s track.
Although Snoop acknowledged the disrespectful nature of Kendrick’s words towards Drake, he remained neutral, stating that he didn’t have a personal stake in the beef. “I chose no sides because I have no individual cause,” Snoop explained. Instead, he praised the positive outcome of the track, emphasizing how it brought rival factions together.
Snoop Dogg’s Reaction to Drake’s Use of AI Voices
The situation took another turn when Drake used an AI-generated version of Snoop Dogg and 2Pac in his diss track, “Taylor Made Freestyle.” In the song, the AI version of Snoop urges Kendrick to defeat Drake, aligning with the West Coast. Snoop responded humorously on Instagram, claiming he had no knowledge of what was happening between the two rappers. “What happened? What’s going on? I’m going back to bed,” he joked in a video.
The Ongoing Drama Between Drake and Kendrick Lamar
As the drama between Drake and Kendrick Lamar intensifies, Snoop Dogg remains a neutral figure, but his accusations of musical theft add another layer to the already explosive rap feud. Whether or not Drake responds to these allegations, the ongoing tension is certainly keeping fans on edge, especially with the West Coast rap scene in the spotlight.
Snoop’s comments during ComplexCon 2024 highlight not only the deep connections within the hip-hop community but also the growing tensions as long-standing rivalries continue to unfold.
