Universal Music Group (UMG) is moving forward to dismiss Drake’s defamation lawsuit against the major label. They argue that the complaint made by Drake lacks merit. The lawsuit, initiated in New York in January, alleges that UMG endorsed and publicized Kendrick Lamar’s diss track aimed at Drake, called ‘Not Like Us,’ which insinuated false accusations about Drake being a criminal pedophile.
On March 17, UMG filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit, claiming that Drake only sued the label because he lost a rap battle. According to UMG, Drake is trying to seek retribution for his loss rather than accepting it gracefully as a rap artist. The motion contends that Drake’s lawsuit lacks merit and should be dismissed with prejudice. UMG further argues that Drake failed to present a valid claim for defamation in his case.
Drake’s attorney, Michael J. Gottlieb, refuted UMG’s claims, stating that the label is attempting to divert attention from their wrongdoing. He alleged that the label is profiting from spreading dangerous misinformation that has incited multiple acts of violence. The public feud between rappers, as argued by UMG, is a common occurrence and Drake should not expect preferential treatment in the promotion of diss tracks over Kendrick Lamar’s.
In summary, UMG’s motion to dismiss Drake’s defamation lawsuit highlights the ongoing legal battle between the rapper and the major label. The dispute revolves around claims of false allegations and the promotion of diss tracks in the music industry. The legal proceedings will determine the outcome of this contentious issue
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