Overview
- Hosting the 68th Grammys, Noah joked he skipped roasting Lamar because of what he can do to “light-skinned dudes from other countries,” a clear reference to Drake.
- Lamar led with nine nominations and won best rap album, with reports noting he became the most-winning rapper in Grammys history, surpassing Jay-Z.
- The exchange played as a light, onstage moment, with Lamar laughing and the bit drawing viral attention.
- Noah said hip-hop beefs have “gone to a new level,” citing the Lamar–Drake clash and 50 Cent’s recent documentary on Diddy.
- The quip tapped into a rivalry dating back years that intensified in 2024 with high-profile diss tracks many observers viewed as tilting toward Lamar.