Drake tells xQc to turn off The Weeknd’s music on livestream, praises Young Thug’s 'Trance' instead
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The tension between Drake and The Weeknd resurfaced during a recent livestream, where the Canadian rapper sparked controversy with a subtle yet pointed comment.
When popular streamer xQc played a song by The Weeknd, Drake interrupted, saying, “Switch this… We don’t listen to that,” and added a cryptic reference to being “real 6ixers.” The statement, referencing their shared Toronto roots, appeared to double as a jab at their fractured relationship.
“We don’t listen to that”
Drake made xQc turn off The Weeknd amidst their beef pic.twitter.com/Os5ycTulFW— Dexerto (@Dexerto) November 25, 2024
During the same stream, Drake showed support for Young Thug, asking xQc to play one of his tracks. When “Trance” by Metro Boomin—featuring Young Thug—came on, Drake smirked and commented, “I like this song,” despite his rumored feud with Metro Boomin.
Drake told xQc to play a Young Thug song and he played the song with Future 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/8t8Zqas4JS
— FearBuck (@FearedBuck) November 25, 2024
Fans quickly reignited discussions about the rivalry between the two Toronto icons. Once collaborators, their story began with Drake giving The Weeknd early exposure on the acclaimed Take Care album.
As The Weeknd’s career skyrocketed, whispers of creative disputes and growing competition emerged. Over the years, their relationship has grown more distant, with fans wondering if they remain friends or are now fierce rivals.
While both artists have refrained from publicly addressing the feud directly, incidents like Drake’s livestream remarks keep fan speculation alive.
Drake’s subtle jabs come at a time when both he and The Weeknd dominate global charts, sparking the ongoing debate about who holds the crown in Toronto’s music scene. With Drake’s versatility and The Weeknd’s record-breaking hits like “Blinding Lights,” the competition between these music powerhouses continues to captivate fans worldwide.