Kendrick Lamar’s Scathing Diss Track “Not Like Us” Returns to No. 1 on Billboard Hot 100
Kendrick Lamar’s fiery diss track “Not Like Us” has reclaimed the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying its place as one of the most impactful songs of the year. The track, which is aimed at fellow rapper Drake, has been a massive success, debuting at No. 1 in May and remaining in the top 10 for eight weeks before returning to the top spot.
The song’s success can be attributed to its powerful lyrics, combined with its catchy West Coast-inspired music video, which dropped on July 4. The video has been viewed millions of times, and the song has been performed by Kendrick Lamar at numerous concerts, including his recent show in Los Angeles, where he performed it six times.
“Not Like Us” has also broken records, becoming the first song by a Black male artist to top both the Hot 100 chart and the Hot Country Songs charts. The song’s success has been fueled by its stream count, which has generated over 50 million streams for five weeks, the most for any song in 2024.
In addition to its stream count, “Not Like Us” has also seen significant sales, selling around 8,000 copies in the U.S. for the week of July 5-11. The song has also received 40 million radio airplay audience impressions for the week of July 5-11.
The feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake has been well-documented, with both rappers trading diss tracks before “Not Like Us” transcended the battle in a way few rap disses do. The song’s success is a testament to Kendrick Lamar’s skill as a rapper and songwriter, and its impact on the music industry will likely be felt for years to come.”
