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Kendrick Lamar Tops Rap Grammy Tally as Trevor Noah Revives Drake Feud With Onstage Joke

A viral quip about his Drake rivalry framed a night crowning him the Grammys' leading rap winner.

Overview

  • Host Trevor Noah told Lamar he skipped a roast after recalling what Lamar can do to 'light-skinned dudes from other countries,' a clear nod to the long-running Drake feud.
  • Lamar accepted best rap album for GNX shortly after the exchange, with reports also citing wins for best rap song for 'TV Off,' best melodic rap performance for 'Luther,' and best rap performance for the Clipse track 'Chains and Whips.'
  • USA TODAY reported the victories made Lamar the most-winning rapper in Grammys history, surpassing Jay-Z.
  • 50 Cent posted congratulations on X and shared the Noah clip, adding to the moment’s rapid spread online.
  • Noah’s other jokes drew fire, with Nicki Minaj blasting him on social media and President Donald Trump publicly threatening a lawsuit over an Epstein-related line.