Freddie Gibbs isn’t mincing words when he accuses Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR of taking a page from his playbook.
The Gary, Indiana rapper took to social media to voice his grievances over what he perceives as a striking similarity between his 2022 album $oul $old $eparately and Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR’s new project, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U. The latter, abbreviated as $$$4U, echoes Gibbs’ habit of using the $$$ short form for his own album.
The resemblance doesn’t stop at the title. Gibbs pointed out that the cartoon bunnies featured on the album’s back cover also mirror his long-standing “Big Rabbit” mascot identity. This, according to Gibbs, is not just a coincidence. On X (formerly Twitter), Gibbs shared his feelings, stating, “Damn they even stole the rabbits too. I’m flattered.”
Capitalizing on the moment, Gibbs encouraged his fans to revisit his own album by sharing a spoof “Greatest Hits Collection” ad he made in 2022 for $oul $old $eparately. Despite not having a direct confrontation or collaboration with Drake, this isn’t the first time Gibbs has drawn inspiration from the Toronto rapper.
In 2021, Gibbs crafted a freestyle over Drake’s “Champagne Poetry,” touching on issues ranging from his Grammy snubs to Kendrick Lamar’s bold claims in “Family Ties.” His history of blending admiration with critique of rap heavyweights is nothing new.
Gibbs has also been vocal about high-profile rap beefs. He gave humorous commentary on the ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, noting that the real winners in these disputes are the record labels, rather than the artists embroiled in the conflict.
While some fans stand by Gibbs in this recent contention, he further fueled the conversation by retweeting fan posts accusing Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR of creative theft. These endorsements continue to build his case against the alleged artistic borrowing.
Whether an artistic homage or a case of imitation, Freddie Gibbs’ observations have sparked a lively discussion in the music world. Fans and critics alike are buzzing over these claims, and it’s clear this conversation is far from over.
