UMG Labels Drake As A Hypocrite In "Not Like Us" Appeal Response
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Key Points:
- Drake is attempting to revive his lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) over the release of Kendrick Lamar's diss track "Not Like Us," alleging defamation by the label.
- UMG filed a new appellate brief arguing that Drake's appeal is hypocritical and lacks legal merit, supporting the original dismissal by Judge Jeannette Vargas.
- The label contends that both artists' diss tracks are protected as "non-actionable opinion" within the context of rap beef, and criticized Drake's use of legal precedents involving rap lyrics.
- Drake's legal team argues that the track contains factual allegations and that a jury trial is necessary to determine their validity, warning that dismissal could set a dangerous precedent for artists.
- The appeals process continues with Drake's next response due by April 17, coinciding with the anticipated release of his new album ICEMAN, potentially fueling further debate in the hip-hop community.
