Rivalries & Industry Conflicts
Future
Drake and Future were once close collaborators, releasing the joint project What A Time To Be Alive. However, tensions grew over time due to subtle lyrical jabs and shifting alliances within the industry. While never a full public feud, fans noticed a cooling of their relationship. As of 2026, the situation remains somewhat hostile, leaving their status somewhere in between friendship and rivalry.
Metro Boomin
Drake’s tension with Metro Boomin became more visible in the mid-2020s, especially as Metro aligned himself with artists Drake had issues with. Subtle disses in music and social media created speculation of a deeper conflict. In 2024, Metro Boomin collaborated with Future to release two seperate albums that directly dissed Drake, further fueling the tension. As of 2026, there has been no public reconciliation, and the relationship remains strained.
Kanye West
Drake and Kanye West have one of the most well-known rivalries in modern hip-hop. Their conflict dates back years, involving competition over releases, public comments, and indirect disses. The tension peaked during album rollouts and personal accusations. Although there were moments where they appeared to reconcile, the relationship has remained unpredictable. As of 2026, there is still underlying tension existing between the two influential artists.
A$AP Rocky
Drake and A$AP Rocky's tension started when A$AP Rocky was rumored to have a relationship with Rihanna, who had previously dated Drake. This created tension between the two artists, as they were both connected to Rihanna and the same industry circles. While there has not been a major public confrontation between them, fans have pointed to indirect references in their music and jabs at one another.
Kendrick Lamar
The rivalry between Drake and Kendrick Lamar is rooted in competition for the top spot in hip-hop. Both artists have taken clear shots at each other while maintaining their dominance in the industry. They have also released several diss tracks in 2024 on the feud with no clear settlement in sight.