SA Hip Hop star Cassper Nyovest has responded to the ongoing beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, drawing parallels to his own experiences with rappers in his country. In a recent tweet, a fan reminded Cassper that he was once in Drake’s position, facing criticism and backlash. The fan asked how he dealt with the pressure and a diss record against him.
Cassper acknowledged the similarities and expressed his hope that Drake finds God and wisdom to navigate the hate. He emphasized that without these, one ends up fighting from an empty place, trying to prove their insecurity. Cassper believes that everyone, including himself, is insecure to some extent, but they are also blessed.
His comments sparked reactions from Hip Hop fans. One user expressed concern that Cassper’s newfound focus on gospel rap might affect his sales, while another user pointed out that Drake has been involved in shady behavior behind the scenes and is not a victim.