“Not Like Us” has undoubtedly emerged as the anthem of the summer. In a fresh interview with DJ Akademiks, Polo G discussed the high-profile rap feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, which, despite officially concluding in May, continues to fuel heated debates among their fans. The pinnacle of this clash was Kendrick Lamar’s track “Not Like Us,” which has become one of 2024’s biggest hits.
Polo G, when asked to take sides in the ongoing feud, opted to stay neutral. Akademiks then pivoted the conversation, requesting Polo G’s favorite song from the battle. Polo G chose “Not Like Us,” becoming the latest in a series of artists to commend the track’s impact. Akademiks, known for his critical stance on Kendrick Lamar, surprisingly praised the track as a “bop,” showing a rare acknowledgment of Lamar’s success.
Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” has marked a significant milestone in his career, becoming his first #1 single since “HUMBLE.” from his 2017 DAMN. album. The track has achieved over 650 million streams on Spotify, making it the most-streamed diss track on the platform. Additionally, it recently earned a nomination for Song of the Year at the VMAs. The song’s influence was so strong that it was even banned from Michael Rubin’s Fourth of July celebration to avoid any tension with Drake, who attended the event.
In other news, Polo G’s latest album, Hood Poet, dropped on August 9. Featuring collaborations with Future, GloRilla, Offset, and others, the album has received mixed reviews from critics but continues to be well-received by his loyal fanbase.