The 2025 Grammy Awards delivered a historic night for Kendrick Lamar, but not everyone was celebrating his dominance—especially not Drake’s camp. Lamar’s explosive diss track, Not Like Us, swept the ceremony, making history as the most awarded rap song in Grammy history. While fans and industry insiders marveled at the unprecedented win, Drake’s father, Dennis Graham, made it clear that he wasn’t fazed by the outcome.
On Sunday, February 2nd, during the Grammy aftermath, Graham was approached by the TikTok page @joy.of.everything and asked for his thoughts on Not Like Us winning Record of the Year. His response? A blunt dismissal. “I don’t care nothing about that sh*t,” he said. “That ain’t got nothing to do with me. All the best to him, man. I don’t do that bullshit.” His statement quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions from fans, with some defending him while others saw it as damage control amid Drake’s silence.
Kendrick Lamar Makes Grammy History
The night was undeniably a monumental one for Kendrick Lamar. His hit Not Like Us, a diss track aimed squarely at Drake, won big in multiple categories, including:
- Record of the Year
- Song of the Year
- Best Rap Song
- Best Rap Performance
- Best Music Video
This victory marked the first time in history that a diss track won a Grammy, solidifying Lamar’s dominance and influence over the industry. Additionally, he became only the second rapper to ever win both Record of the Year and Song of the Year—joining Childish Gambino, who achieved the feat with This Is America.
Kendrick’s Subtle Trolling Sparks Reactions
While the awards themselves were groundbreaking, Kendrick added another layer of shade through his wardrobe choice. He arrived at the Grammys wearing a denim jacket with matching jeans—a look widely recognized as the “Canadian tuxedo.” Fans quickly took to social media to call out the subtle jab at Drake, who hails from Toronto.
One user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, “Damn, this sht is comedy. Kendrick’s trolling is ELITE.”* Rapper JPEGMAFIA also joined the conversation, tweeting, “LMFAO Kendrick is funny AF. He accepted his award for the greatest diss song of all time in a CANADIAN TUXEDO.” The internet erupted with laughter, with many calling the move one of the greatest examples of “silent trolling” in hip-hop history.
Drake’s Silence and the Industry’s Reaction
Despite the overwhelming buzz surrounding Kendrick’s wins, Drake has remained noticeably quiet. The rapper, who has never been one to back down from a lyrical feud, has yet to address the Grammy results or respond to Lamar’s continued jabs. Instead, he has been focusing on his highly anticipated Anita Max Wynn Tour in Australia, set to kick off soon.
Meanwhile, the industry’s elite seemed to embrace Not Like Us with open arms. During Kendrick’s performance and award acceptance speeches, cameras caught stars like Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and other A-list celebrities swaying and rapping along to the track. The moment only added to the sting for Drake’s fans, who had hoped for a different outcome on music’s biggest night.
What’s Next in the Drake vs. Kendrick Saga?
With Kendrick Lamar riding high on his historic Grammy night and Drake remaining silent, fans are left wondering if the feud is truly over or if another round of lyrical warfare is on the horizon. Will Drake respond with new music? Or will he let Kendrick’s victory stand without retaliation?
One thing is certain—Not Like Us has officially cemented its place in rap history, and Kendrick Lamar has once again proven why he remains one of the most formidable forces in hip-hop today.
For now, Dennis Graham may not care, but the rest of the industry is certainly paying attention.
