Drake dominates: Pusha T downplays Kendrick Lamar in new interview

Rapper Pusha T has made waves with recent comments in an interview with Elliott Wilson, downplaying Kendrick Lamar’s legacy and admitting that Drake “washes” both him and Kendrick.

During the conversation, Pusha T claimed he couldn’t recall Kendrick’s lyrics, suggesting that Kendrick’s influence may be overrated.

“If I had to compete? Drake washes us both,” Pusha T stated, acknowledging Drake’s commercial dominance and ubiquitous chart presence. He emphasized Drake’s consistency: “He’s been running the game for a decade—can’t knock that.”

Pusha T also revealed his perspective on Kendrick’s artistic impact: “I really couldn’t even start Kendrick’s verse,” he confessed. “If I asked how it started, I wouldn’t know.” This echoes a moment from Drake’s 2013 Elliott Wilson sit-down, where Drake claimed Kendrick’s “Control” verse was unforgettable… yet no one could recall how it began.

By contrast, Pusha praised Drake’s ability to deliver hits and maintain presence. “He knows the game—what to drop, when to drop,” Pusha remarked, noting Drake’s strategic consistency over flash.

Fans online immediately responded, sparking debate across Twitter and hip‑hop forums about who truly leads the rap hierarchy: lyricism or longevity. Many called Pusha’s comments "honest," while others fiercely defended Kendrick’s cultural importance.

The full interview with Elliott Wilson is available on X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube, drawing significant attention from the hip‑hop community. Whether fans agree or disagree, Pusha T’s blunt take on the ongoing Drake–Kendrick legacy conversation is igniting fresh discussion in rap’s evolving landscape.