WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels has extended a unique invitation to Drake and Kendrick Lamar, two of the biggest names in hip-hop, offering them a chance to settle their ongoing feud in the world of professional wrestling. The iconic wrestler and NXT’s Creative Head took to social media to suggest that the rappers bring their beef to the WWE ring, specifically to NXT, where they could resolve their differences in a memorable way.
The Kendrick Lamar-Drake Feud and WWE’s Involvement
Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s feud has gained considerable attention, with Lamar taking shots at Drake in his new track “Not Like Us.” The song features a reference to ‘sweet chin music,’ a phrase synonymous with Shawn Michaels’ signature finishing move. This prompted Michaels to step into the fray, offering his services to mediate the dispute within the WWE environment.
On social media, Michaels invited both Kendrick Lamar and Drake to NXT, suggesting they could settle their issues in a wrestling ring. He wrote:
“A little Sweet Chin Music goes a long way. @kendricklamar, you and @Drake are formally invited to #WWENXT to settle this thing. I’m even offering my services to mediate.”
Not Like Ushttps://t.co/QT59YqdUQ6
— Kendrick Lamar (@kendricklamar) May 4, 2024
The suggestion immediately generated buzz, with WWE fans and hip-hop enthusiasts speculating about the possibility of seeing the two artists in a wrestling setting. Michaels’ offer to mediate the beef in NXT added a playful twist to the feud, showcasing WWE’s ability to engage with popular culture.
Drake’s Response and Wrestling References
In response to Kendrick Lamar’s track, Drake released “The Heat Part 6,” but his song did not contain any wrestling references. This missed opportunity left wrestling fans wondering if Drake would follow up with his own nods to WWE icons. Some suggested that Drake could have referenced the sharpshooter, a move made famous by Bret ‘The Hitman’ Hart, or used other wrestling catchphrases to keep the feud within the WWE theme.
Despite the lack of wrestling-related content in Drake’s response, the invitation from Shawn Michaels still stands, leaving the door open for both artists to engage with WWE in a unique way. Whether they choose to take Michaels up on his offer remains to be seen, but the invitation has certainly piqued the interest of WWE fans.
Upcoming NXT Events and WWE’s Continued Popularity
The 7th of May edition of NXT features significant events, including Roxanne Perez defending the NXT Women’s Title against Chelsea Green. Additionally, a combine will take place to whittle down the field to 12 women who will compete in qualifying matches to earn a spot in the ladder match to crown the first NXT Women’s North American Champion.
Shawn Michaels’ involvement in extending the invitation to Drake and Kendrick Lamar demonstrates WWE’s ability to tap into contemporary pop culture and use it to create excitement within the wrestling community. While it’s unclear if the two artists will accept the challenge, the suggestion has already sparked conversations about how WWE can continue to stay relevant and engaging in the ever-changing entertainment landscape.
