Not Like Us

"Not Like Us"
Single by Kendrick Lamar
ReleasedMay 4, 2024 (2024-05-04)
GenreWest Coast hip hop
Length4:34
LabelInterscope
Composer(s)
Lyricist(s)Kendrick Duckworth
Producer(s)
  • Mustard
  • Sounwave
  • Sean Momberger
Kendrick Lamar singles chronology
"Meet the Grahams"
(2024)
"Not Like Us"
(2024)
"Squabble Up"
(2024)
Music video
"Not Like Us" on YouTube

"Not Like Us" is a diss track written and recorded by the American rapper Kendrick Lamar. It was released on May 4, 2024, through Interscope Records. It was released during a feud between Lamar and Canadian rapper Drake. The lyrics talk about the allegations of Drake's pedophilia and sexual misconduct, while also criticizing his cultural identity and relationships with artists in Atlanta, Georgia.

"Not Like Us" was successful and broke many streaming records—most of which were previously held by Drake.[1]

"Not Like Us" is the most decorated song in Grammy Awards history, winning all five of its nominations at the 67th ceremony: Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Rap Performance, Best Rap Song, and Best Music Video.[2]

References

  1. "Kendrick Lamar breaks records with 'Not Like Us' track". Brooklyn Eagle. May 13, 2024. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
  2. Atkinson, Katie (February 2, 2025). "Here's the 2025 Grammy Awards Winners List (Updating Live)". Billboard. Retrieved February 2, 2025.