Kanye West has expressed admiration for Drake's legal action against Universal Music Group (UMG), describing it as a significant moment in the music industry and advocating for unity among hip-hop artists against industry influence.
In a video shared on Twitter, West commended Drake for challenging UMG and its chairman, Lucian Grainge, praising the rapper's "courage" in confronting the music industry giants. West emphasized the importance of artists supporting each other, rather than engaging in rivalries.
Drake's lawsuit against UMG claims that the label orchestrated Kendrick Lamar's performance at the Super Bowl halftime show to tarnish his reputation. West, who previously had conflicts with Drake, now stands in solidarity with him and other artists, suggesting that the focus should be on addressing industry power dynamics rather than internal disputes.
West's message encourages a collective effort to challenge industry control, rather than directing animosity towards fellow artists. Drake's legal action highlights the issue of powerful entities using their influence to manipulate the music industry landscape, sparking a conversation about the need for artists to stand together against such practices.