Jagmeet Singh Kendrick Lamar Concert Apology
Drake calls out Jagmeet Singh! Find out why the Canadian politician faced the wrath of the “Hotline Bling” artist after being spotted at Kendrick Lamar‘s Toronto concert. Singh responded swiftly, offering a public apology and reaffirming his allegiance to Drake and the OVO crew. This unexpected clash highlights the significant role that rap rivalries now play, impacting public figures and igniting cultural conversations across the city. News directory 3 is on top of the story. Explore the shifting dynamics of celebrity feuds and political allegiances. Discover what’s next for Drake, Lamar, and the ongoing rap battle.
Drake’s Role in Toronto: Calls Politician a ‘Goof’ Over Lamar Concert
Updated June 16, 2025
Drake took aim at Canadian politician Jagmeet Singh after Singh was spotted at Kendrick Lamar’s recent Toronto concert. The “Hotline Bling” artist posted a screenshot of his Instagram direct messages with Singh,calling him a “goof.”
Singh quickly responded, apologizing on his own Instagram Stories. He claimed he attended the show to see SZA,not Lamar,and reaffirmed his loyalty to Drake and the OVO crew. “OVO and Drake have lifted up this city and [Canada],” Singh wrote. “For me, it’ll always be Drake over Kendrick.”
The incident underscores the meaningful role that rap beefs can play in influencing public figures and sparking online cultural debates. Toronto has been buzzing as Lamar’s two sold-out shows at the Rogers Centre last week.
Lamar performed “Not Like Us” live in Toronto for the first time on June 12. The crowd chanted “One more time” after the performance of the Grammy-winning track, despite Lamar not directly addressing the role of the beef onstage.
What’s next
lamar and SZA are scheduled to complete their U.S. tour with two more shows before heading to Europe in July. Drake and PARTYNEXTDOOR will launch their “$ ome $ pecial $ Hows 4 I Summer Tour” that same month. drake is also set to headline the Wireless Festival from July 11-13.