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Drake Sues UMG, Spotify Over Bots, Payola in Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'

Nov 25, 2024, 09:56 PM

Drake has filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify, alleging that the two companies conspired to artificially inflate the popularity of Kendrick Lamar's track 'Not Like Us.' According to court filings submitted by Drake's Frozen Moments LLC in Manhattan, the accusations include the use of bots, payola, deceptive business practices, and false advertising. The filings also claim that UMG leveraged platforms like Spotify and Apple's Siri to promote 'Not Like Us' over Drake's own music. The lawsuit highlights concerns over market manipulation and unfair practices in the music industry.