The label goes on to refute allegations that “Not Like Us” issued a “call to violence,” as Drake’s security guard was shot outside the rapper’s home days after the song’s release. UMG claims that “Drake attempts to contort violent metaphors in the lyrics into incitement.”

Universal Music Group (UMG) has officially responded to Drake ‘s lawsuit involving Kendrick Lamar ‘s “Not Like Us” diss track, accusing Drake of “attempt [ing] to save face” in the wake of losing a rap beef to Dot.

Universal Music Group isn’t holding back. The label just came through with a bold clapback in response to Drake’s defamation lawsuit over Kendrick Lamar’s fiery diss track “Not Like Us.” According to court docs filed Monday (March 17),