Freddie Gibbs has taken a jab at Drake after the rapper hinted at his unsettling ‘next chapter’.
Drake’s cryptic message on Instagram included pictures and referenced the film Phantom Thread, hinting at upcoming changes. He reflected on his non-confrontational approach to the music industry, claiming the podium in his field was becoming unavoidable. Drake’s declaration suggested his next phase could cause discomfort but offered his honesty as clarity, aiming to address unanswered questions, especially regarding ignored messages.
Freddie Gibbs didn’t hold back his reaction. He reposted Drake’s statement on his secondary Instagram account, sprinkling yawning emojis to express his disinterest. Gibbs had recently accused Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR of copying his style with their collaborative album $ome $exy $ongs 4 U. The name of their album seemed too similar to Gibbs’ 2022 album $oul $old $eparately, playing with dollar signs in their titles.
Moreover, the cartoon bunnies on the album’s cover art echoed Gibbs’ well-known ‘Big Rabbit’ mascot. Gibbs humorously took to X (formerly Twitter) expressing his amusement and criticism, especially after the tracklist for $ome $exy $ongs 4 U was revealed. His fans joined in, calling out the artists for allegedly borrowing Gibbs’ style, reinforcing his dissatisfaction.
Interestingly, there was a time when Drake and Gibbs were supposed to collaborate for $oul $old $eparately. DJ Bootleg Kev shared how he witnessed conversations between them at a bar in West Hollywood, where they discussed hip hop, basketball, and the possibility of Drake contributing to Gibbs’ album. Drake showed interest in a Pharrell-produced track, although it never materialized. Despite this, Drake remains a fan of Gibbs’ work, according to DJ Bootleg Kev’s account.
Freddie Gibbs and Drake’s dynamic is a fascinating tale of admiration spiced with rivalry. Whether it’s banter over album concepts or missed collaborations, their interactions continue to catch the public’s attention.
