This week on the Wrap Up:

Megan Thee Stallion Sparks Controversy With “Hiss” Track

Megan Thee Stallion stirred up the music industry with her diss track “Hiss,” released on Friday. The song playfully mentioned Mariah Carey and Kris Jenner while taking apparent jabs at Drake and her ex-boyfriend, Tory Lanez. The controversy escalated when Nicki Minaj, feeling targeted, responded with her own diss track, “Big Foot,” quickly gaining traction on streaming charts. Though “Hiss” didn’t explicitly name Minaj, some lyrics hinted at her, sparking a social media feud. The conflict intensified when Minaj previewed lyrics on Instagram, referencing Megan’s height, the incident with Lanez, and even alluding to Megan’s late mother, raising concerns about her gravesite security. Minaj threatened to release more damaging information if Megan denied her claims, propelling both diss tracks to the top of streaming charts.

Eminem & Benzino Feud Resurfaces

Lyrical Lemonade’s debut album, All Is Yellow, featuring collaborations with Eminem, among others, became a trending topic on X. Eminem’s verse on “Doomsday Pt. 2” sparked discussions as he allegedly dissed rapper Coi Leray and Benzino. The longstanding feud between Eminem and Benzino, originating from a 2002 clash over an unfavorable album rating, resurfaced. Eminem’s lyrics took shots at Benzino’s appearance and financial situation, referencing Coi Leray’s claims about her father’s financial struggles. Leray distanced herself from the feud, while Benzino accused Eminem of clout chasing. The ongoing war of words, spanning two decades, shows no signs of slowing down.

Universal Music Group Removes Music From TikTok

Following a cautionary notice during contract renewal talks, TikTok witnessed the removal of the complete music catalog of Universal Music Group (UMG) due to their refusal to agree to more favorable terms. UMG’s open letter highlighted concerns about AI-generated recordings, online safety, and increased compensation for artists and songwriters. While the dispute may not heavily impact popular UMG artists, it holds significant implications for musicians associated closely with TikTok. The resolution will shape the dynamics between major music labels and social media platforms in the future.