The ongoing feud between prominent rappers has caught the attention of fans and artists alike, with Metro Boomin recently addressing accusations linking him to the tensions between Drake and Future. This drama emerged in the wake of a competitive climate in hip-hop, fueled by notable disagreements such as the one between Drake and Kendrick Lamar earlier in 2024. As rivalries heat up, long-time fans are lamenting the loss of collaborations that once defined the genre.
In the past decade, Drake and Future formed a powerhouse duo, producing numerous chart-topping hits including “Jumpman” and “Big Rings.” However, the atmosphere has shifted since last year, with speculation surrounding the reasons for their strained relationship. Some fans point to personal conflicts, allegedly sparked by a romantic interest that Drake hinted at in his album, Her Loss. Others suggest that Metro Boomin, through his collaboration with Future on the album WE DON’T TRUST YOU, has exacerbated the rift.
The track “Like That,” featuring Kendrick Lamar, has been interpreted by some as a provocative jab at Drake, further intensifying the speculation. Although the nature of these tensions has evolved, the impact on fans remains significant. Many listeners are frustrated by the apparent fallout, longing for the collaborative magic that once defined the partnership between Drake and Future.
As discussions simmered, a fan known as Champagne6ixer took to social media platform X to express discontent, directly addressing Metro Boomin. “Ur f*cka*s the reason we ain’t getting no more Pluto and Drizzy f*ck your day,” the user tweeted, referring to Future by his nickname “Pluto.” The remark was in response to a light-hearted tweet from Metro Boomin about gratitude for the day.
In a pointed retort, Metro Boomin fired back, stating, “cry me a river f*ck boy [loudly crying emoji].” His response underscores the frustration he feels toward fans who attribute the fallout to him. In a previous interview with GQ, Metro Boomin clarified that WE DON’T TRUST YOU was not intended as a diss album aimed at Drake. “People really think we sat for two years, making two albums [to be] like, ‘Yo, f*ck this dude.’ What kind of sh*t is that?” he remarked, emphasizing that his creative process was not fueled by animosity.
Despite the ongoing debate, Metro Boomin remains resolute in his position, asserting that he is not the cause of the feud. As the landscape of hip-hop continues to evolve, the future of collaborations between Drake and Future remains uncertain, leaving fans to navigate the complexities of their favorite artists’ relationships. The competitive spirit in the genre may drive some conflicts, but it is the collaborations that many long for most.
