Kendrick Lamar’s surprise album GNX stirred the pot with its sharp lyricism, particularly in a track where he name dropped Lil Wayne. The bars appear to have provoked a reaction from the legendary rapper, who responded with a mix of frustration and a warning, igniting speculation about a potential feud.
“Man, wtf I do?!” Wayne, aka Weezy, posted on X. “I just be chillin, & dey still kome 4 my head. Let’s not take kindness for weakness. Let this giant sleep. I beg u all. No one really wants destruction, not even me, but I shall destroy if disturbed. On me. Love.”
The drama unfolded after Kendrick released GNX, which includes the track “Wacced Out Murals.” In the song, Kendrick reflects on his upcoming Super Bowl LIX halftime performance, the congratulatory silence from peers, and how only Nas acknowledged his achievement. A notable moment came when he referenced Lil Wayne directly:
“Used to bump Tha Carter III, I held my Rollie chain proud
Irony, I think my hard work let Lil Wayne down”
Wayne, known for his contributions to the Tha Carter series and as a New Orleans native, has previously expressed disappointment about not being invited to perform at the Super Bowl an event he hoped to grace, particularly in his hometown. Despite his prior statements, he had not targeted Kendrick specifically, making the lyrical jab an unexpected trigger.
Fans have speculated since September whether Lamar might bring Wayne out during the halftime show. Their collaborative history on tracks like “Mona Lisa” and “Buy The World” fueled rumors of a potential joint performance. However, tensions surrounding Lamar’s feud with Wayne’s protege, Drake, have cast doubt on such a reunion.
Wayne’s response, posted during the early hours, indicated that the lyrics hit a personal nerve. Despite the apparent frustration, Weezy has not outright attacked Kendrick’s right to perform but seems to bristle at the implication that he feels overshadowed or disrespected.
Wayne’s disappointment regarding the Super Bowl stage is well-documented. Shortly after Lamar’s halftime show announcement, Wayne shared an emotional video reflecting on the missed opportunity.
“I had to get strength enough to do this without breaking,” Wayne said in the clip. “I’mma say thank you to every voice, every opinion, all the care, all the love and support out there. Your words turned into arms and held me up when I tried to fall back.”
The rapper also admitted that he hadn’t prepared himself emotionally for the letdown, explaining how deeply it hurt to be overlooked for a performance opportunity of such magnitude, particularly in New Orleans.
“It hurt a whole lot,” Wayne confessed. “I blame myself for not being mentally prepared for a letdown and for automatically mentally putting myself in that position, like somebody told me that was my position. But I thought there was nothing better than that spot and that stage and that platform in my city, so it hurt.”
As Kendrick prepares for one of the biggest performances of his career, the fallout with Lil Wayne adds an unexpected layer of drama. Kendrick’s lyrical reference appears to have been a reflection on his own journey rather than an intentional slight at Wayne. However, Wayne’s response suggests he felt targeted, possibly exacerbated by long-held feelings about the Super Bowl stage.
The situation raises questions about whether the two rap icons can reconcile or if this will escalate further. With fans on both sides watching closely, the next moves from either camp could define the narrative. While both artists share a legacy of groundbreaking music, their current tension threatens to overshadow their mutual respect and collaborations.
