The Kendrick Lamar Vs. Drake & J. Cole + "Like That" Lyric Breakdown

Rob Markman doesn't have a show, so he made his own and discusses the timeline of Kendrick Lamar's beef with Drake, how J. Cole plays into all of it and the impact of K. Dot's verse on Future and Metro Boomin's "Like That."
#kendricklamar #drake #jcole #likethat #future #metroboomin #hiphopnews

[@HEAT3WADEan]

Rob is lowkey the hip hop journalist we need in the game rn. Never did any goofy shit.

[@theelitereviewer]

💯

[@DJLITRAVE]

yeah Rob need to keep this vibe like this ... nothing extra just him and a mic talking hip hop

[@samsrcrdz]

🔥🔥🔥💯

[@sweetbuttergeminine4756]

You knw ppl sheeps & gotta be fed the real. If it ain't mainstream, they need someone "popular" to stamp it imo 🤦🏽‍♀️ *& "them ppls"* wit the 💰 seem like they don't uplift who they can't compromise 😩🤌🏽 Rob time comin fasho tho 🙏🏽💯🫡

[@ozob]

Facts and never biased

[@BoxOfCurryos]

Finally a real rap journalist. No weird ass drama. Just dissecting the words

[@drittzz9245]

Compton K Dot back outside 🔥🫡

[@davidsonrither6052]

Bro remember Compton k dot be spittin 🔥 I remember that track he had with spider lock in the streets mixtatpe with dj whoo kid

[@thefirsttrillionaire2925]

“Too cool” K dot 😂

[@Bolusbracelets]

That man was not playing

[@WillFelt1]

Rob is really the last JOURNALIST IN HIP HOP PROTECT HIM AT ALL COST 🙏🏿 He don’t do no weird shit and don’t be arguing with females online all day 👀😂😂

[@RobMarkman]

def not aruguing with the ladies lol. Much love

[@TariqAmazin]

Kendrick got ninjas jumping back online to give think pieces. FINALLY something of note in US Rap.

[@VonJuve]

You from another country? Rap don’t count NOWHERE but the US. No such thing as US Rap. It’s just Rap over here 😂.

[@MiguelEMG]

@@VonJuverarely anything counts outside of US music to the US. That’s just how it works in the states, y’all missing out on a lot of culture out there. Y’all barely get a glimpse of what Latin American music has to offer, for example. For black and white Americans, there’s only US Pop and US rap and maybe with a splash of UK here and there.

[@TariqAmazin]

@@VonJuve elite level cap.

[@86Sentra]

@@VonJuvethis was one of the most pointless statements lol

[@miggypeso909]

@@MiguelEMGy’all ain’t adding shit to the culture or the music. It’s American,and only matters when it’s American. Nobody want hear calypso samples and rumba breaks.

[@ronaldroberts9555]

Thank you! That control verse is wayyyyy overblown. He killed it, but he wasn’t dissing nobody. He made his statement and that was that.

[@MartyMcFly__25]

And then Drake wined and moaned about it to Elliott. Then they send subs for the last decade 🤷🏾‍♂️ now we here. Drake on the clock for the smoke to finally clear the air. Maybe then we can get some healing lmao

[@jackilynlewis-burton1163]

I lowkey saw it as big uppin, like yeah he was calling them out for sport, to make things exciting, and competitive but I also see it as if he took time to name you, he salutes you. If you weren’t worth mentioning, he would’ve left you off. But I could be way off cuz I’m a R&B girlie 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@sirflexinton]

@@jackilynlewis-burton1163you’re right but Drake was hurt. He said those were harsh words and if that’s how Kendrick feels then let it be real. And they been throwing subs at each other ever since.

[@beewirks]

I think Drake’s response to control was based on so many people liking it and it being a moment. Because you’d have to be obtuse to think it was an actual diss..especially a diss where you’re supposed to be enemies afterward lmao

[@jackilynlewis-burton1163]

@@sirflexinton I feel you. I’ve been shocked by Aubrey’s response since the start of all this because like… it’s hip hop. It’s like sparring. Everybody supposed to talk they shit and say they’re the best. If you’re not then why are you doing this? What you in the game for if not to be the best and then stand on it.

[@--REGULAR--REGULAR]

Your the only opinion thats valid in rap media today. You never do too much and always bring it back to the art form. Thanks bro for the breakdown.

[@RobMarkman]

Thanks for watching. I love this, i just try to be fair with it.

[@thefirsttrillionaire2925]

My boy Trap Lore can get the mic too

[@kinnealcime2715]

The best unbiased take online really appreciate your take on this!

[@RobMarkman]

Really tried to be fair. Appreciate you recognizing that.

[@ThisisNastyJ]

When this dropped the lack of acknowledgement about this track from Hip Hop Media surprised me growing up in Jay-Z/Nas beef era. Hip Hop Media isnt the same anymore. Appreciate you Rob for your love for the culture.

[@RobMarkman]

it's our love for the culture, that's how we relate. I appreciate you!!

[@badbijan]

The Eazy-Duz-It sample is a subtle diss towards Drake too, Kanye recently used that same sample

[@independence412]

i love this, rob. please make a series/podcast.

[@RobMarkman]

Thank you for the support. So much crazier when you’re doing everything alone. Gonna build a Regular something at some point.

[@tyreseking671]

@@RobMarkman anything i can help with?

[@jamalgeorge7711]

kendrick directly addressed that sentiment quote from drake when he says I hope the sentiment is symbolic man's addressing comments from 2013. my boy wants all the smoke

[@selwynandrews7716]

With DRAKE.

[@GhostSamaritan]

I refuse to pick sides, I'll never stop asking for that Kendrick and Cole collabo

[@micblaze401]

Well still get it one day

[@HEAT3WADEan]

It’s still love probably. Between Dot & Cole. It’s not like a fuck you as a person. Just Competition

[@DarkClouds-v8]

@@micblaze401no we’re not lol

[@caseyrogers935]

Same. I know who I think will win, but I’m not picking sides. I’m a fan of all 3 and a fan of hip hop, I’m just getting popcorn and enjoying this shit haha

[@AlisSadis]

Maybe in heaven guys 😔

[@flowbossandre]

Definitely do more of these man. It felt like just chilling with a friend, talking about hip hop watching this. It was dope.

[@iAmFrankColmenares]

Rob holding it down for the culture!

[@drazzly]

Good to see you still doing what you love Bro

[@RobMarkman]

Thank you for checking it out

[@marcotha1st866]

Your Kendrick mtv TPAB interview is classic. Glad this video was in my suggestions, subbed

[@RobMarkman]

Love!!!!

[@adrielgreen6746]

Cole also said on First Person Shooter "Everybody Steppers, well F it, these ninjas breakfast, and I'm bout to clear up my plate" which is aimed at Kendrick for sure with the "steppers" reference

[@muchfaith3660]

And Kunfu Kenny had to turn up 😂

[@MlungiseleniMthethwa]

J.Cole said the truth. J.Cole is the realest rapper ever seen he doesn't fake it. People might praise Kendrick but me I don't believe in his music. Cole is the truth they must admit.

[@JesseVealIII]

Steppers is a term used in parts of the south for killers in the streets. Guys that are hitmen or are quick to go to gunplay in the streets. Unless it was a double entendre.

[@adrielgreen6746]

@JesseVealIII I knew that. Cole more likely talking about clearing up Kendrick on his plate that street killers, but hey 🤷🏾

[@biznessjones8345]

​@@MlungiseleniMthethwaHow's he the realest talking about killing steppers but you won't hurt a fly? 🤔 That's NBA Young Boy music..🤣

[@DillanPonders]

I respect your independent approach! You're a REAL hip-hop journalist 📌

[@gymhustle1839]

When he said "first person shooter," it became direct!

[@kimchikimchi1251]

Mark your voice is so needed. It’s so nice to see you on your own platform. Just build it out and they (the industry) will come to you.

[@RobMarkman]

let's go!

[@imvni]

Rob you are respected as a journalist. I love the fact that you’re doing everything on your own. Being independent is the way! I really think you can build this platform up even more with consistency. You’re one of few trusted hip hop journalist. Please keep doing what you’re doing.

[@RobMarkman]

Very kind of you!!! Thank you. More on the way.

[@ekalB210]

Nah bro that beat went hard af

[@yahtnichols]

I agree! That beat was hard. For me, it was the dopest beat on the entire album. It sampled Rodney O and Joe Cooley's "Everlasting Bass" and Easy-E. Straight 🔥

[@Gregory8412]

Preciate ya bro, been rocking with you for a minute and glad you blessing us with your content and love for hiphop 💪🏾

[@RobMarkman]

its a two-way street, thank you for rocking with it

[@taurianblakeney2573]

Please make this the new show.

[@JystJon]

Absolutely.

[@RobMarkman]

i swear i just threw it together. glad you rock with it!

[@JystJon]

@@RobMarkman we appreciate your perspective. Production skills are sharpened through the trials of letting it fly sometimes.

[@RobMarkman]

@@JystJon love !!!!

[@JaredandJordan]

Rob, just want to let you know how much we have always appreciated your insight and ability to remain true to yourself. Much love!

[@RobMarkman]

Thank you for real. One of The first thing Sway told me after we got cool was, when the camera turns on, don’t change who I am. I never forgot it.

[@clos888]

your journalism in this typa climate is refreshing & appreciated rob.

[@DeclanJackson3113]

rob! good to see you back online buddy! missed your stuff on genuis, always super in depth and insightful

[@RobMarkman]

thank you!!!!!

[@MOEReese]

We needed this breakdown from an OG in the game 💯 #Salute Also I feel like artists shouldn’t rush their response just to rush it but time is definitely a stat we gotta appreciate lol

[@Kal47]

This channel is a gem. I hope the algorithm works its magic.

[@AmoMoloko]

Rob You’re a legend, those interviews you did with Wiz on the Taylor Allderdice mixtape are forever GOATED.

[@RobMarkman]

thank you, glad you enjoyed 'em

[@TheTruth_333]

I love Kendrick for being so direct. It's what hip hop is about. We need to take Drake out of the "big 3" convo. No disrepect to his hits and success, this is for real rap only

[@ramimwamba9937]

You’re a real inspiration to me Rob. I’ve been reading your work for years and it inspired me to pursue journalism. Always great to hear your perspective on the greatest genre ever.

[@RobMarkman]

thank you for the support. Glad I could inspire

[@mateogotsquabbles]

Rob is that homie. He slid back into the radar and glad to see him blazing

[@darightexperience1196]

This breaks down was very well put brother I remember you interviewing Kendrick before about certain topics about the industry love your work man 💯

[@RobMarkman]

thank you for rocking with me all these years.

[@MADWEIRD]

This what we need Rob! just you, a mic & your opinions 🙏🏾

[@notsure5457]

Instantly recognised you and clicked. Good to see you still talking Hip-hop dawg. Excited for whats next 💪🏾

[@RobMarkman]

gonna talk hip hop till my last day.thanks for watching

[@mbeezy2024]

Dope breakdown Rob. I’m hyped to see where this goes. We needed this jolt.

[@getTheSchmack]

You’ve always been in my view one of the 2 best hip-hop journalists- you & CompanyMan. Keep up the great work! Knew you were legit after your interview with Kendrick and the type of questions you asked. Salute 🫡

[@RobMarkman]

much love to you and much love to Justin Hunte! good due right there.

[@getTheSchmack]

@@RobMarkman keep on killing brother! Looking forward to much more great content like this.

[@IvanOrdell]

It's good to see you on camera again. Hope you go the hip hip you tube / podcast discussion route, even if you don't have the backing. If you bring quality, the money, the fans and the backing will come!

[@capbenson6590]

“she said she broke down when prince died… bihh my hair down prince lives thru me (i am prince)” - Kendrick , 2017

[@MrLove717]

"Get yo ahh up nd be inspired(Yah yah Yah yah)".....

[@roswellxo9214]

Why is this the first video I’ve watched by rob? He’s the dude! he just so casually talked about his experience working with these guys and seeing some of this shit play out first hand. Subscribed!

[@FloridaGeorgia]

I hadn't seen Rob Markman in over a year until his face popped up on the thumbnail of this video. Good to see you, you were always first class.

[@MetaMan09]

Rap journalism is back 💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥😤😤😤😤 great breakdown from start to finish #flawlessvictory

[@RobMarkman]

thank you!!

[@MrDaffysci]

Im happy the algorithm is working

[@youngm.a.r.s2614]

Yo Rob I been following you for years bro from your MTV days, to your Genius/For The Record days all the way to now and always love your takes on music especially Hip Hop as a genre. Continue pushing the movement and being a dope journalist. Much luv💪🏾💯

[@goodfella1401]

Kendrick basically said to Drake a plaque of platinum status is whack if you're not the baddest

[@HipHopTheology]

I see what you did there

[@kayiness]

One of the hardest 3 verses in rap history

[@James-fk1og]

Salute Rob. You one of the few journalist with integrity. Keep it going 💯

[@RobMarkman]

I’m glad you rock with it, i don’t take any of this lightly. I just try to be honest and fair. And informative

[@rich_dillinger]

Keep Doing ya Thing Rob, 🫡🫡🫡

[@Goldi24k]

Keep supplying us with this content rob , we fuck with you 💪🏾

[@OfficialHec]

Do more videos like this I just subbed and this would be tough to get once a week or so

[@RobMarkman]

Heard you. Lemme see what i can cook up. Thank you.

[@paulmaloney4387]

Always been a Rob Markman fan - always will be. Instant sub

[@aura-kl]

I think it shouldn't go unsaid that Drake and Future did a Collab album, I personally never heard it but it happened... And this is the first time my girl was earlier than me to a rap beef and it's Kendrick of all people... And I hate to say it but if anyone is on the clock it's Cole.

[@javamonkeyj]

I'm a small creator myself. Much respect bro. Not really sure how I got here, but I'm glad I did. Keep doing your thing bro. Good video. Great knowledge.

[@BigClipps]

Randomly saw this on my feed and thought this was part of a existing series but to see this made you come out and speak on it just shows you the state of the culture rn. Got Mfs acting like this Control Pt2 just cuz Kendrick more aggressive than normal Kendrick really a Big Stepper

[@ochomunna270]

It's been major news on everywhere and major platforms. KungFu Kenny applying karate chops to ni*gas. 😂

[@ohdagee]

Subscribed man, you’ve been that man in Hip Hop journalism doing it real wherever you’ve stood at. Peace!

[@ShihanBarbee]

Bruh! Do this again! We need this!

[@kingdavid5525]

That MJ Prince was about Drake saying he’s MJ. So Kendrick says Prince outlived MJ

[@theklr]

Appreciate KDot trying to bring real rap back to the mainstream. Agree with what you stated, nothing malice, but feels more like a sparring session. He’s been trying to get someone to restore the craft of the pen back to the mainstream. Hoping they don’t take too long cause the women are currently bringing the energy in hip hop. Appreciate this breakdown and not getting into the speculative gossip.

[@adriancle93]

Well done, by the way King Kendrick is out here.

[@jaeshellz]

Really appreciate your analysis and the passion you bring to this.

[@RobMarkman]

i appreciate you watching!! much love

[@rellys6039]

This is a great time for someone like you. I know red light is done with but ya man Tank been filling that void. You were early in that game 🤷🏾‍♂️ Love

[@jackilynlewis-burton1163]

We can always expect quality, substance, and integrity with Rob Markman’s coverage! One time I told him on Twitter when these things happen I check his socials to see what he has to say because I trust him to be objective. Salute, Rob 🫡

[@RobMarkman]

much love

[@scottsmith4457]

Love hearing your take Rob!

[@RobMarkman]

Love

[@mrsrockbison]

❤❤❤ this format and much love to you. Great to see an opinion from someone that truly knows and loves Hip-Hop. Just an editing suggestion to please add the lyrics and where they are from (albums/mixtapes) on the screen to make it easier to understand and then research it ourselves.

[@RomeDCarlo]

S/O to you Rob for going independent with the content creation, I just tapped in and subscribed 💪🏽

[@RobMarkman]

It’s long overdue i should’ve been doing this

[@lwandilethebe7534]

You've always been my fav Hip-Hop journalist. Don't stop doing what you love, we are here to support!

[@RobMarkman]

Love!!!! Thank you.

[@The1andOnlyGlitch]

Rob, this is incredible work, man! Whatever you need to do to keep this going LET US KNOW. I've only tuned into those other platforms because of your insight. The level of clarity and humanity you bring to each artist's story is incomparable! Stay solid, bruh. Lemme know if you need an intern 😂💯 thanks in advance.

[@RobMarkman]

Wow. Thank yoy man. I’ll let you know if i ever start hiring interns.

[@BluEx22329]

Def turn this into a thing bro. I can see it working, you already know what you're doing, obviously. ✊🏾

[@christiandom]

We could all listen to you all day Rob

[@RobMarkman]

im gonna test to see if you really mean that LMAOOOOOOO

[@Tommy_Montana]

I think just the fact that 2 of the 3 are clickin up, goin on tour together, giving each other flowers, spider man memes. Had to know Kendrick was gon have something to say

[@BoxOfCurryos]

I think Kendrick feels left out. And rightfully so, he was kind of a dick to Drake and Cole for no reason

[@ptpanashe9]

@@BoxOfCurryosKendrick got issues with both of em. I think both Cole & Drake will respond

[@thaspydaman21]

Dot is restoring the hip-hop feeling back in hip-hop. It's dope things aren't turning into some street studf anymore but Drake has been trying to rewrite the laws of hip-hop even with the Push thing going on The Shop talking about there's rules to battle which is false. You just have to be prepared for what may come with whatever you say. I'm team Dot because anybody who has a ghostwriter could never crack my top any list if we're talking about rapping. You can be a great artist but you're no longer in the conversation when it comes to best rappers. People forget in rap your pen is your talent any other genres it's your voice or skill set on a instrument thats why hip hop is different

[@bleujohnsonn5744]

shared my brother. very well respected, proper context

[@RobMarkman]

Thank you.

[@GoodxJ]

Cole crushes them all! He is #1 right now easily! 🌍👑

[@Sk8forever]

The “walking around with a stick, he ain’t Andre 3k” is a diss at Cole. No mistaking it as a Cole fan. It’s a reference with the Dreamville song “Stick”

[@reemabdelhameedkhairy]

esp since cole’s mentioned many times that he looks up to and is inspired a lot by andre 3k

[@RobMarkman]

very true, i missed that

[@traceyg3714]

The sticks lines are about Cole from his verse on Stick

[@thexpatsgaming8609]

Cole don’t carry guns tho. Damn he even said in vol 2 of might delete later that he just says gun bars because it sounds cool and doesn’t care if he lying

[@devynvalpando5271]

Cole literally says he walks around with a stick, not a gun but a branch from a tree lol

[@Lexx1192]

Double entendres all over

[@iamjoehill]

It ain't andre 3k tho 😂​@@devynvalpando5271

[@alexmckeldin91088]

How you not like that beat/sample? That shit is a west coast classic Rodney O and Joe Cooley everlasting base

[@RobMarkman]

I LOVE the sample. It’s just a lot of ingredients in the beat that didn’t work for me.

[@FranciT98]

​@@RobMarkman I was initially in the same camp, but I think it grew on me after a few listens. It's loud, it's brash and it's in your face, but I feel like paired with Kendrick's delivery and the sentiment behind his verse, it worked.

[@arayaklove]

Also Eazy E and E-40 in there. Yall gotta listen again. The beat go crazy it’s just like how hip hop was in the prime.

[@alexmckeldin91088]

@@RobMarkman understandable. As soon as I heard it all the way through I appreciated all the west coast references. The sample, the reference to E-40/B-Legit, idk if anyone caught it but Kendrick does E-40’s adlib at the end (Hooooooooeeee!!) I haven’t heard 40 do that since the Charlie Hustle album lol

[@bangmarley8666]

How can you not like that beat? Wow

[@LowLeyeF311]

looking good my boy thanks for the breakdown needed someone educated on this

[@marcusedcofficial]

Goofies with a check is a double entendre on checks like money and checks like nike

[@tellmesomething2412]

Plus, Drake and Cole were playing chess on "First Person Shooter," music video. Kendrick is saying they're actually playing checkers.

[@thefirsttrillionaire2925]

@@tellmesomething2412🤯

[@blakeholcombe8975]

It could be a quadruple entendre. 1. Goofies with a check(Money) 2. Goofies with a check(Social Media verification check) 3. Calling Drake a Goofie with a check(As in Drake has deals with Nike) 4. Goofie is a dog character that is popular but not feared or respected.

[@yuNgNuaNceTV]

Very dope and measured video my guy. glad to see you doing on ya own thing ya voice is needed

[@asdfjfox]

First time viewer; loved the video. Great points, good references, solid takes. If imma say anything ab the beef, K Dot came out the gates strong, you know he’s finna be ready to respond to the reply Drake & Cole give. I don’t think this lets up for a few years. What if FPS was suppose to have K Dot innit ? idk if confirmed or not but if he was straight left out?? man, I don’t blame the flame.

[@RobMarkman]

You might be on to something. 🤔

[@conduitofthegospeldarrellb9154]

Cole is the Essence. Drake is the Phenom. Kendrick is the Enigma.

[@thefirsttrillionaire2925]

Well said

[@arnoldlopez5226]

Thank god this happened rap media needed it we all needed it

[@JOHNNYTSUNAMI.]

been rocking w u since Taylor alderdice interviews with wiz days! dope 🔥

[@RobMarkman]

good times!!!

[@jaredlang5951]

Great vid!! Although i always took Drake response to the control verse was on "SH!T" remix with future and Juicy J. I also like Cole's response to the verse on the Black Friday remix of TKO

[@Met_One]

didn't expect you to be this cool, you deserve a ton more of subscribers man. here's a new one ☝️

[@ReginaPhelangee]

Really enjoyed this. I don’t really follow the rap genre like that but I love Kendrick and Jcole so I needed a lil context

[@itsyouuutv473]

You one of the goats mark !!! Pure knowledge ✔️

[@RobMarkman]

Appreciate that fam.

[@callumw6031]

This what we need. No fanboys picking sides putting the others down, straight analysis on the bars and the music. Hope we get tracks and albums from all 3 cos I’m a fan of all of them

[@RobMarkman]

And IM A FAN!!!! But we gotta be fair too. Have to stay fair.

[@TheTruth_333]

Real heads need you Rob

[@godfatheful]

Finally somebody brokedown the lyrics, i meani just like rap, im not Einstein or shit, thanks dawg

[@earth2death]

Thank you for mentioning big krit having a dope response to kendrick on mt olympus

[@RobMarkman]

yeah that was hard

[@theoriginalkilox7592]

Lets see how it goes!

[@thepharaoh1979]

Jist subscribed. I appreciate the content 👌🏾Keep it coming! 🙌🏾 I also like the fact that you announced the type of content that you won't be releasing. Dope 😎

[@BandoLandoIII]

Found ya niche bro, keep the content coming 🔥

[@dviousmindz]

this was dope 🔥

[@notchmillion6089]

Beat was wack af so is kendricks voice 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@thefirsttrillionaire2925]

@@notchmillion6089cap asf

[@francmelo4758]

The Stick line is a direct response to Drake on the beat switch on first person shooter

[@CamWallaceOfficial]

One of the best journalists

[@RobMarkman]

that means a lot to me, thanks

[@thescoobymike]

MY GOAT IS BACK 👑