Despite having no direct connection, fans of Jujutsu Kaisen have shown interest in the ongoing feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. Through the use of artistic expression, some fans have linked the two, despite the anime having no relevance to the rising tension between the two musicians.
It is truly intriguing to witness the ways in which massive fanbases continually add to their community. The anime fanbase, in particular, showcases a remarkable collection of fan-made art, with the latest trend being a depiction of Kendrick Lamar and Drake as Sukuna and Gojo, respectively, in reference to their ongoing feud.
The final outcome was the merging of two distinct cultures – hip-hop and anime – that was adored by fans.
Please note: This article contains significant spoilers from the manga chapters.
Why Did Fans of Jujutsu Kaisen Reference Kendrick Lamar’s Beef with Drake?
Despite the fact that their relationship was not always strained, it is clear that the significance of this reference lies in the world of hip-hop. This can be easily recognized by anyone who is familiar with both artists’ music. It appears that Kendrick Lamar’s song, Like That, was the catalyst for a series of diss tracks released by both artists.
Drake retaliated with Pushups, specifically calling out Metro Boomin, Future, Kendrick Lamar, and well-known NBA player Ja Morant. The tension between Lamar and Drake grew even stronger after Lamar released Euphoria and 6:16 in LA. Just hours prior to this, Drake released a new song titled Family Matters in response to Kendrick.
Jujutsu Kaisen enthusiasts creatively captured Kendrick Lamar’s feud with Drake by transforming them into characters from the manga. In this depiction, Kendrick Lamar was depicted as Sukuna in the scene where he defeats Gojo Satoru in chapter 236. Drake was portrayed as Gojo, who ultimately meets his demise after their altercation.
How did fans respond to the fan art piece?
It is evident that followers of the manga series were thrilled to see Kendrick Lamar and Drake depicted in this way. According to the responses in the thread, most of the fan community believes that Kendrick Lamar emerged as the victor in this verbal showdown. Internet users also welcomed the fusion of their beloved anime series with the current trend of rap battles.
“wtf this goes hard as f**k”, said one fan
“I love the rap beef x jjk crossovers”, said another
“Goes hard ngl”, said a netizen
Despite this, a handful of individuals in the comments section argue that Drake’s verses surpassed those of Kendrick Lamar’s. Certain supporters of Drake believed that it would have been more fitting for him to take Sukuna’s role in this performance according to these fans.
“Top tier hatin”, said one fan
“Nah it’s the other way around because Drake the one getting jumped by the whole verse”, said another
“Drake still own him”, said a netizen
It is evident that the worlds of hip-hop and anime have merged in incredibly innovative ways. The artist’s ability to depict the faces of actual individuals in the style of manga was flawless. Fans hope to see similar nods to different animanga series.
Keep an eye out for further updates on anime and manga news as the year 2024 unfolds.
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