It's been more than a year since Kendrick Lamar upended the rap game and significantly altered the course of popular culture with "Not Like Us," the five-time Grammy-winning, Billboard Hot 100-topping knockout punch in his monthslong battle against Drake.

One year ago last week, Kendrick Lamar set flames to Drake's reputation that the rap world is still feeling the embers from. In just a week, songs like "Euphoria," "6:16 In LA," and yes, "Not Like Us,

Kendrick Lamar and SZA proved why they are the biggest names in music right now during their Grand National Tour at MetLife on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The rain couldn't stop the dynamic duo from performing in what felt like a victory lap to a groundbreaking year for the pair as they basked in their commercial success.