Drake's Legal Team Claims 'Not Like Us' Led Millions to Believe False Pedophilia Accusations
Drake's legal team is aggressively challenging Universal Music Group (UMG) in an ongoing discovery dispute, claiming that Kendrick Lamar's song "Not Like Us" led millions to believe Drake is a pedophile.
Drake in white shirt at press event
The dispute centers on Drake's defamation lawsuit against UMG, specifically regarding the song "Not Like Us," which included an official image showing Drake's Toronto mansion marked with 13 sex offender markers.
Key Points in the Legal Battle:
- UMG has requested a stay on discovery, arguing the claims should be dismissed as "hyperbolic and exaggerated opinion"
- Drake's team is seeking extensive documentation about "Not Like Us," alleged payola, Lamar's Super Bowl performance, and executive compensation
- Drake's attorneys assert that "millions of people worldwide" interpreted the song as a factual accusation of pedophilia
- The rapper's legal team claims UMG continued promoting the track even after Drake's home was attacked and he informed them of the allegations' falsity
Michael Gottlieb, Drake's attorney, stated: "If UMG has nothing to hide, it should not have an issue with discovery."
Next Steps:
- March 27th deadline for Drake to decide on submitting an amended complaint
- April 16th deadline to either file an amended action or respond to UMG's dismissal motion
Drake performing at Discovery concert
The case (1:25-cv-00399) continues to develop as both parties await the court's decision on the discovery dispute.