Drake’s second diss track used artificial intelligence technology to include verses from Tupac and Snoop Dogg, two of Lamar’s influences. In his own verse, Drake accuses Lamar of delaying his response track because of the imminent release of Taylor Swift ‘s “The Tortured Poets Department.” (Lamar collaborated with Swift on “Bad Blood.”)

Kendrick Lamar says he'll infuse his Los Angeles hip-hop flavor into New Orleans while staying true to his storytelling roots during Sunday’s Super Bowl halftime performance. (Feb. 6)

LeBron James just shared his excitement for Kendrick Lamar ‘s fast-approaching Super Bowl Halftime Show performance with a post on Instagram — something that might be a little pointed considering that, hours before, Drake had made headlines for dissing the basketball star.