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Kendrick Lamar Earns Two-Minute Ovation for ‘Not Like Us’ in Toronto

Drake’s defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group took center stage after Lamar’s headline show

Kendrick Lamar performs during halftime of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans.
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Overview

  • Lamar made his first Toronto appearance since their feud escalated as part of his Grand National Tour with SZA, marking the only Canadian stop on the stadium run.
  • He closed the Rogers Centre set with “Not Like Us,” the chart-topping diss track aimed at Drake, and received an unprompted two-minute ovation from the crowd.
  • Drake has accused Universal Music Group of defamation over the song’s lyrics, alleging they falsely portray him as a pedophile and damage his reputation.
  • Local Drake supporters had organized an “OVO Takeover” to play his music outside the venue but cancelled the gathering due to logistical constraints.
  • Drake’s planned livestream with streamer Kai Cenat, set to coincide with the concert night, was postponed by several days.