21 Savage appears to throw shade at Kendrick Lamar on Lil Baby’s new album WHAM. Featured on Baby’s track “Outfit,” Savage’s lyrics have ignited fan speculation with a line many interpret as a subtle jab at Lamar: “Brought Drac’ with me and it know kung fu / If I hit him in the jaw, then he gon’ sue.”
Fans quickly pointed out the possible connection to Kendrick Lamar, often referred to by the nickname “Kung Fu Kenny.” The line has fueled debates online about whether Savage’s lyrics were meant as a diss or simply a coincidence.
Ongoing Dynamics
The potential diss adds another layer to the ever-evolving dynamics within hip-hop. Meanwhile, Metro Boomin’s lighthearted trolling of 21 Savage over his close friendship with Drake recently resurfaced. Referring to Savage as “OVO Savage,” Metro joked, “JUS KNOW [21 Savage] GOT A OWL TRAMP STAMP.”
Savage’s response was direct. “Oh, you was talking s–t, b—h? Get off my Live,” Savage said. “I’m finna block this n—a. Metro, shut your ho- a– up and make some drums, n—a.”
Addressing Collaborator Drama
21 Savage has previously spoken about his relationships with both Drake and Metro Boomin. During an Instagram Live session, Savage addressed the tension surrounding his longtime collaborators.
“Stop buggin’ me about that drama,” Savage stated firmly. “Metro’s my brother, Drake’s my brother. They’ll sort it out eventually.”
Conclusion
Whether intentional or not, 21 Savage’s lyrics on “Outfit” have sparked conversations and reignited discussions about the dynamics within the hip-hop community. Fans will undoubtedly keep a close eye on any potential responses from Kendrick Lamar or others as the debate unfolds.
