In a whirlwind start to his Australian tour, Drake made headlines by tweaking his lyrics and taking a jab at LeBron James.
- During the opening of his tour, Drake adjusted a line in his song ‘Nonstop’ that originally mentioned the NBA star.
- The change hints at a souring friendship between the rapper and the basketball legend over the past year.
- Drake’s relationship with LeBron seems to have hit a rough patch, evidenced by recent lyric changes.
- The Toronto native continues to stir the pot by referencing past camaraderie and present tensions with the Lakers player.
Drake kicked off his tour in Perth with a notable adjustment to his 2018 hit ‘Nonstop.’ Originally, he rapped about going ‘from 6 to 23 like I’m LeBron,’ but changed it to ‘but not LeBron, man?’ This subtle tweak suggests a shift in their friendship.
This isn’t the first time Drake has aimed lyrical shots at LeBron. His track ‘Fighting Irish Freestyle’ seemed to critique the NBA star’s recent choices and attendance at certain events, pointing to underlying tensions.
Drake reminisced about their past friendship, recalling how they traded expensive watches and LeBron’s involvement with his family. These memories highlight the depth of their former bond before it appears to have soured.
In the ‘Fighting Irish Freestyle,’ Drake accuses LeBron of disloyalty during Drake’s disputes with others. He mentions feeling let down, contrasting their past closeness with current distance.
Aside from the lyrical jabs, Drake’s Australian performance included a passionate speech reflecting on his career journey from Toronto to global fame, expressing gratitude toward his fans.
Drake’s tour kickoff showed that even in music, friendships can change, leaving fans buzzing.
