Drake’s diss track against Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Made Freestyle, has been removed following legal threats from 2Pac’s estate.
The song, which used artificial intelligence to mimic the voices of both 2Pac and Snoop Dogg, was pulled from Drake’s social media pages after the estate of the Dear Mama rapper issued a 24-hour takedown notice.
The estate expressed deep dismay and disappointment over the unauthorized use of 2Pac’s voice and personality.
They described the record as a flagrant violation of 2Pac’s publicity rights and blatant abuse of the legacy of one of the greatest hip-hop artists of all time. The estate also criticized the use of 2Pac’s voice against Kendrick Lamar, who was described as a good friend.
They warned that if Drake did not comply with the takedown notice, they would pursue all legal remedies, including damages, injunctive relief, and punitive damages.
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Mopreme Shakur, 2Pac’s brother, also criticized Drake for the song, stating that using the late rapper’s voice was uncalled for.
Drake has yet to comment on the cease and desist letter or the removal of his song. Snoop Dogg reacted with bemusement in a video posted online after the song’s release.
He expressed confusion over the situation and why everyone was contacting him. Taylor Made Freestyle was released earlier this month in response to Kendrick Lamar’s verse on Future and Metro Boomin’s Like That, which contained shots at Drake and J. Cole.
The song arrived just days after Drake’s initial rebuttal, Push Ups, which was leaked online before being officially released.
Rick Ross dares Drake to become his neighbor
Meanwhile, Rick Ross has extended an unusual invitation to Drake. Ross has asked Drake to be his neighbor on the luxurious Star Island.
Ross showcased his wealth and the ongoing construction at his mansion in the upscale Miami Beach neighborhood. He revealed that a vacant lot beside his property sells for $37 million.
He suggested that Drake, or any of his wealthy friends, might be interested in becoming his neighbor.