Joey Bada$$ is stirring the pot, challenging Kendrick Lamar to a rap showdown.
Joey Bada$$ has been on a lyrical crusade against the West Coast, and Kendrick Lamar is now in his sights. In his latest diss track, “The Finals,” Joey calls out Kendrick directly. He raps, “I salute you Kenny but I know you well aware / You lookin’ for some competition? Then just know that I’ll be right here.” His words echo through the hip-hop community, challenging Kendrick to step up.
This isn’t just about Kendrick, though. Joey’s track is also a jab at Rey Vaughn, another rapper from TDE. Lines like, “The way you let Dot dick sit in your mouth / This that same dick linkin’ I was talkin’ about,” show his disdain. Joey feels there’s too much hype around West Coast rappers, and he’s ready to expose it.
Earlier in the year, Joey released “The Ruler’s Back,” igniting this feud. He rapped about “West Coast dick lickin’” and questioned the authenticity of their bars. Joey paints a picture of himself as an underdog ready to take on giants, reminiscent of hip-hop’s golden era battles.
In response, TDE’s Rey Vaughn and other artists like Daylyt and Ab-Soul have fired back. During a freestyle, Ab-Soul remarked, “Lyt was heavy and Ray definitely stepped / But this is Hip Hop, you know we still on that.” It’s clear, this is more than just music; it’s about maintaining the competitive spirit of hip-hop.
Joey also reminds everyone of Kendrick’s controversial “Control” verse, where Kendrick called out fellow rappers. Joey raps, “N-ggas must’ve forgot what Dot said on ‘Control’,” pointing out that this isn’t a new game for Kendrick. Yet, despite the tension, it’s all part of the sport.
This verbal sparring has cast a spotlight on the tension between East and West Coast rappers. However, Joey insists it’s not about regional rivalry. He declares, “I just think that I’m the best, as a matter of fact, I know.” It’s about proving his mettle in a world where authenticity is questioned.
The hip-hop world watches eagerly, waiting to see if Kendrick will respond to Joey’s challenge. This rivalry is stirring old-school excitement, hinting at a potential face-off between two lyrical titans.
As Joey taunts and challenges, Kendrick’s next move could shake the hip-hop world. Fans anticipate a response that could reignite a classic rap battle.
