We collect cookies to analyze our website traffic and performance; we never collect any personal data. Cookie Policy
Accept
The Tycoon Herald
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Business
    • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto / NFT
  • Innovation
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion
    • Leadership
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Reading: Drake Goes After Common Music Over ‘Not Like Us,’ Claims ‘Pay for Play’ Scheme
Sign In
The Tycoon HeraldThe Tycoon Herald
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Business
    • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto / NFT
  • Innovation
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion
    • Leadership
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© Tycoon Herald. All Rights Reserved.
Drake Goes After Common Music Over ‘Not Like Us,’ Claims ‘Pay for Play’ Scheme
The Tycoon Herald > Entertainment > Drake Goes After Common Music Over ‘Not Like Us,’ Claims ‘Pay for Play’ Scheme
Entertainment

Drake Goes After Common Music Over ‘Not Like Us,’ Claims ‘Pay for Play’ Scheme

Tycoon Herald
By Tycoon Herald 3 Min Read Published November 26, 2024
Share
SHARE

Drake Goes After Common Music Over ‘Not Like Us,’ Claims ‘Pay for Play’ Scheme

UPDATE

6:40 PM PT — A spokesperson for Common Music Group tells TMZ … “The suggestion that UMG would do anything to undermine any of its artists is offensive and untrue. We employ the highest ethical practices in our marketing and promotional campaigns. No amount of contrived and absurd legal arguments in this pre-action submission can mask the fact that fans choose the music they want to hear.”

Drake appears to assume there’s some shadiness behind Kendrick Lamar‘s monster hit, “Not Like Us” … and he is filed a lawsuit to research the way it received so huge.

After all, “Not Like Us” is the track that successfully ended the Kendrick and Drake beef … as a result of its recognition buried Drake — however now, he is alleging Common Music Group used bots and a payola scheme to pump up the track.

Based on the docs, obtained by TMZ Hip Hop, Drake says an “inside source” instructed him UMG made “covert payments” to a number of platforms, together with radio stations, to play and promote the hell outta “Not Like Us.” Legally, that is generally known as payola, and it is prohibited by the FCC.


Drake factors out UMG has paid settlements previously for this kinda factor … like in 2006, when the label paid $12 million to the NY Lawyer Basic’s Workplace for a “pay for play” scheme.

Within the docs, he additionally claims a whistleblower has accused UMG administration of spending 1000’s in Could 2024 on “bots” so as to get the track to 30 million streams on Spotify — and it additionally paid social media influencers to advertise the track. He alleges the label dropped all copyright restrictions so the influencers might repeatedly publish the track … serving to it unfold like wildfire.

drake getty 1

Drake has some big authorized objectives right here — he says he is submitting this go well with simply to get a full understanding of how UMG funneled funds to iHeartRadio and its community of stations. As soon as he has that information, in accordance with the docs, he is gearing as much as file a civil fraud and racketeering case towards UMG and any co-conspirators.

Bear in mind, “Not Like Us” famously consists of the lyric the place Kendrick calls Drake a “certified pedophile” … and Drake says he already has grounds to sue UMG for defamation amongst different issues.

It is also price noting, UMG additionally distributes Drake’s music, however that is clearly not stopping him from going to battle … once more.

You Might Also Like

‘No Kings’ Protester Arrested For Aggravated Assault Associated to Tripping Trump Supporter in Viral Video

John Stamos Defends Lori Loughlin, Says Mossimo Masterminded School Scandal

Kristen Bell Thanks Husband Dax Shepard For Promising To not Kill Her

Taylor Swift Has Submit-Chiefs Win Date With Travis Kelce At His Steakhouse

Ex-NFL Star Doug Martin Died Whereas Reportedly in Police Custody

TAGGED:ClaimsDrakeMusicPayPlayschemeUniversal
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link Print
‘No Kings’ Protester Arrested For Aggravated Assault Associated to Tripping Trump Supporter in Viral Video
Entertainment

‘No Kings’ Protester Arrested For Aggravated Assault Associated to Tripping Trump Supporter in Viral Video

'No Kings' Rally Protester Popped For Aggravated Assault ... Allegedly Tripped MAGA Supporter in Viral Video Printed October 20, 2025 10:25 AM PDT A "No Kings" demonstrator has been arrested…

By Tycoon Herald 2 Min Read
Beau Greaves: Darts star prepared for ‘subsequent step’ in profession and ‘robust darts’ forward after incomes PDC Tour Card and World Championship return
October 20, 2025
John Stamos Defends Lori Loughlin, Says Mossimo Masterminded School Scandal
October 20, 2025
Danny Rohl appointed new Rangers head coach and succeeds Russell Martin at Scottish Premiership membership
October 20, 2025
Spinach Artichoke Rooster Recipe | Spinach and Artichoke Rooster
October 20, 2025

You Might Also Like

Sharon Osbourne Mourns Dying of Her Canine Elvis
Entertainment

Sharon Osbourne Mourns Dying of Her Canine Elvis

By Tycoon Herald 1 Min Read
Blac Chyna Says She and Rob Kardashian Are “Going with the Flow”
Entertainment

Blac Chyna Says She and Rob Kardashian Are “Going with the Flow”

By Tycoon Herald 3 Min Read
Former Mariners Catcher Jesus Montero Lifeless at 35
Entertainment

Former Mariners Catcher Jesus Montero Lifeless at 35

By Tycoon Herald 2 Min Read

More Popular from Tycoon Herald

MEET THE FATHER OF COADUNATE ECONOMIC MODEL
BusinessTrending

MEET THE FATHER OF COADUNATE ECONOMIC MODEL

By Tycoon Herald 2 Min Read
Woman Sentenced to 7 Days in Jail for Walking in Yellowstone’s Thermal Area

Woman Sentenced to 7 Days in Jail for Walking in Yellowstone’s Thermal Area

By Tycoon Herald
Empowering Fintech Innovation: Swiss Options Partners with Stripe to Transform Digital Payments
InnovationTrending

Empowering Fintech Innovation: Swiss Options Partners with Stripe to Transform Digital Payments

By Tycoon Herald 7 Min Read
World

Lebanon chooses a brand new president after two years with out one

Folks collect to rejoice after Lebanese parliament elects military chief Joseph Aoun new president, on Thursday,…

By Tycoon Herald
Entertainment

‘Common Hospital’ Star Leslie Charleson Useless at 79

Leslie Charleson -- a widely known cleaning soap opera star -- has died ... in keeping…

By Tycoon Herald
Trending

U.S. Blew Up a C.I.A. Post Used to Evacuate At-Risk Afghans

A controlled detonation by American forces that was heard throughout Kabul has destroyed Eagle Base, the…

By Tycoon Herald
Leadership

Northern Lights: 17 Best Places To See Them In 2021

Who doesn’t dream of seeing the northern lights? According to a new survey conducted by Hilton, 59% of Americans…

By Tycoon Herald
Real Estate

Exploring Bigfork, Montana: A Little Town On A Big Pond

Bigfork, Montana, offers picturesque paradise in the northern wilderness. National Parks Realty With the melting of…

By Tycoon Herald
Leadership

Leaders Need To Know Character Could Be Vital For Corporate Culture

Disney's unique culture encourages young employees to turn up for work with smiles on their faces.…

By Tycoon Herald
The Tycoon Herald

Tycoon Herald: Your instant connection to breaking stories and live updates. Stay informed with our real-time coverage across politics, tech, entertainment, and more. Your reliable source for 24/7 news.

Company

  • About Us
  • Newsroom Policies & Standards
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Careers
  • Media & Community Relations
  • WP Creative Group
  • Accessibility Statement

Contact Us

  • Contact Us
  • Contact Customer Care
  • Advertise
  • Licensing & Syndication
  • Request a Correction
  • Contact the Newsroom
  • Send a News Tip
  • Report a Vulnerability

Terms of Use

  • Digital Products Terms of Sale
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Settings
  • Submissions & Discussion Policy
  • RSS Terms of Service
  • Ad Choices
© Tycoon Herald. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?