Nothing’s been the same since Kendrick Lamar dropped his verse on “Control,” specifically using his “King Of New York” line. But what many never realized was he was simply flipping a Kurupt lyric! Check out what the Compton rapper had to say about the verse and his peers’ responses below in the cover story for the November issue of XXL, on newsstands now.
Papoose Speaks On “King Kendrick” Throwing Shade In BET Cypher Verse
The 2013 BET Hip-Hop Awards are approaching quickly, and Hip-Hop fans are waiting in suspense to hear Kendrick Lamar’s cypher verse where the West Coast native blatantly responds to Drake over the “Control” controversy. Well, apparently Drizzy isn’t alone because many are insinuating that K.Dot’s “Ha-ha, jokes on you, high-five…I’m bulletproof” line during the cyph is directed towards Brooklyn’s own Papoose. As expected, Pap had a few words for “King Kendrick” during a recent interview with XXL. Check it out below.
(Video) SHOTS FIRED: Kendrick Lamar Disses Drake At The 2013 BET Cypher!
Things are heating up! Kendrick Lamar dropping more bombs at the 2013 BET Hip-Hop Awards, holding nothing back. Verse is so dope that people are starting to call it, “Control 2.” In this crazy verse, he goes in on rappers again. Most notable rapper that he’s taking jabs at is October’s Very Own, Drake. In a recent interview, Drake was asked about K. Dot’s “Control” verse, and… he wasn’t too amused. In response to Drake’s response? Well, you’ll have to see that below. Now, I think it’s time to have these two face to face & just give us a real battle. Do you think Kendrick’s line was for Drake? “And nothing been the same since they dropped “Control” and tucked a sensitive rapper back in his pajama clothes.” Ooo kill em! Ha, see the footage from the cypher after the jump and let us know what you think!
(Video) Big K.R.I.T Talks Kendrick’s “Control” Verse, Confidence, His Latest Project And More!!!
The Mississippi native, Big K.R.I.T revealed his thoughts on being called out by fellow colleague, Kendrick Lamar, on his “Control” verse, the confidence that one must have to succeed in the music industry and much more during his chat with HipHopSince1987 ! The mix tape king also took the time to let us know that he in fact is working on a new album and since the man never disappoints I’m sure this will be another great addition to his collection! Hit the jump to see the full interview!
Say WHAT?! Kendrick Lamar Not Attending Any NY Shows For ‘Yeezus’ Tour!
It’s only right that the, “King of New York” as Kendrick Lamar calls himself, makes the scheduled shows in NY for the Yeezus tour – WRONG! It was mentioned that K.Dot would not be making it to every show on the bill, but COME ON – NEW YORK! The, “Swimming Pools” rapper called out damn near everyone in the rap game, but he touched some souls when he claimed to be the ruler of the big apple. Looks like that title can be trampled on more-so now then when he rapped that, “Control” verse. Hit the jump for more.
(Video) Elliott Wilson’t CRWN: Drake [PREVIEW]
Yesterday [Sept. 24], made the OFFICIAL drop date for Drake’s, Nothing Was The Same, and of course, Drizzy did his press runs. One stop was over at NYU, for Elliott Wilson’s CRWN series. Later today, episode one should premiere (be on the look-out), however down bottom is a glimpse as to what to expect. Hit the jump and check out Drake as he answers with “150%” honesty about sweaters, Kendrick Lamar’s, “Control” verse and more.
