Kendrick Lamar’s “Canadian Tuxedo” – A Direct Hit at Drake

The fusion of hip-hop and celebrity feuds has always captivated audiences. Once again, it ignited a cultural firestorm last spring when the long-standing rivalry between Drake and Kendrick Lamar reached its peak. A series of brutal diss tracks made this battle as intense as a Wimbledon final.

A Recap of the Historic Rap Battle Between Kendrick Lamar and Drake

It all began when Kendrick Lamar declared himself on a different level from Drake and J. Cole, countering J. Cole’s statement that the three were “the greatest of all time.” While J. Cole quickly stepped back from the battle, Drake took it personally and responded with “Push Ups (Drop and Give Me 50),” mocking Kendrick’s height. He followed up with “Taylor Made Freestyle,” escalating the tension—until Kendrick delivered his first major counterstrike with “Euphoria.”

But the final knockout punch came with “Not Like Us”—a diss track that didn’t just end the feud but also cemented Kendrick Lamar’s dominance. As of today, the track has surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify, and according to Billboard, it has boosted Lamar’s entire catalog by 49% in streaming numbers.

And at the 2025 Grammys, the industry confirmed that “Not Like Us” wasn’t just a diss track—it was an award-winning masterpiece.

“Not Like Us” Breaks Grammy Records – Kendrick Lamar Wins 5 Major Awards

Kendrick Lamar swept the 2025 Grammys, taking home five golden trophies, making “Not Like Us” the most awarded rap song in history. The track won in the following categories:

• Record of the Year
• Song of the Year
• Best Music Video
• Best Rap Song
• Best Rap Performance

Beyond setting a historic Grammy record, Kendrick Lamar also delivered a subtle yet devastating response to Drake—right on stage.

The “Canadian Tuxedo” – A Tactical Strike at Drake

While fans may have overlooked the red carpet, Kendrick Lamar’s on-stage outfit when accepting his Grammy trophies became a bold statement in itself. He sported a plain white t-shirt, a denim jacket, and matching denim jeans—a full “Canadian Tuxedo” ensemble.

This was an undeniable, calculated jab at Drake, who was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. And what better way to remind his rival, as well as the millions watching, that this was the well-earned reward for a rap battle that Drake had taken too far?

As Kendrick Lamar lifted his Grammy trophies, Drake wasn’t just defeated on the charts—he was defeated symbolically as well.

Will Drake Return to the Studio After This Heavy Blow?

With his ego severely bruised, if not entirely shattered, after Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy dominance, even the “Canadian Tuxedo” power move alone might be enough to push Drake back into the studio for a response.

Lamar’s Denim Look – Right on Trend for 2025

Not only did Kendrick Lamar outplay Drake lyrically, but he also nailed a fashion moment at the perfect time. Louis Vuitton, Sacai, Kid Super, and Lemaire have all embraced the Canadian Tuxedo in their Spring/Summer 2025 collections. This proves that Kendrick Lamar is not just a rap icon, but also a trendsetter in pop culture.

Take this as a sign—you too can rock the Canadian Tuxedo, even if you’re not out here delivering the most brutal diss in hip-hop history.