Ye has sparked significant discussion with his recent remarks regarding Drake, particularly following Kendrick Lamar?s memorable performance at the Super Bowl. After giving Kendrick his well-deserved accolades, Ye drew a startling comparison between Drake?s evolving public image and that of R. Kelly. His commentary centered on the ongoing narrative where high-profile Black men often find themselves being juxtaposed against one another in the media landscape.

RELATED: Kendrick Lamar Delivers Unforgettable Performance at Super Bowl Halftime Show, Shakes Up Social Media Reactions (VIDEOS)

In a candid video shared on his social media platforms, Ye expressed that he ?really loved? Kendrick’s Super Bowl halftime show, declaring it his favorite performance since the legendary Michael Jackson. He praised the meticulous attention to detail that Kendrick displayed and noted a surprising disconnect between social media critiques and the positive feedback he received from people in real life, who largely agreed with his favorable assessment.

?It was super simple. The flag was fresh. When they did ?Humble,? the way that people?s heads were moving?I was absolutely shook. This is super fresh. The man?s voice control, all that. And then, of course, they built up the controversy around whether he was going to perform the record. At the end, I saw some people saying this is the worst halftime show. Yet, everyone I spoke to in person claimed it to be the best halftime show,? remarked the artist formerly known as Kanye West.

Ye Analyzes the Parallels Between R. Kelly and Drake While Reflecting on Kendrick Lamar?s Performance

As Ye delved deeper into his analysis, he elaborated on his belief that Drake?s reputation is heading down a troubling path reminiscent of R. Kelly?s. The disgraced musician is currently serving time for serious charges including racketeering and sexual exploitation of minors and women. Recently, six victims of R. Kelly filed a new lawsuit seeking a total of $10.3 million?an amount that a judge had previously awarded in 2023. According to reports from TMZ, these victims have received less than $500,000 of the awarded sum, highlighting the ongoing struggles for justice.

?So, this is my point right here. One Black superstar is in jail while another Black superstar is on stage. They seem to use one rapper to bring down another. You gotta remember that Drake was almost like the new generation R. Kelly?dominating the radio waves much like R. Kelly did in his heyday. The sentiments expressed in Kendrick?s song are what R. Kelly is actually incarcerated for,?

Ye then revisited the criticism that Kendrick Lamar?s Super Bowl performance received, which some labeled as the ?worst one.? He encouraged viewers to check out his comments for further insights!

Let?s delve into the implications of Kendrick?s diss track and why Ye sees a connection to R. Kelly. The track ?Not Like Us? gained immense popularity during the heated rap rivalry between Drake and Kendrick Lamar last spring, ultimately positioning Kendrick as the victor in that lyrical face-off. The track has since become a cultural anthem that not only elevates Kendrick but also critiques Drake, portraying him negatively as a culture vulture and alluding to serious allegations.

Although it has been over six months since the release of Kendrick’s diss, the song has regained relevance this month, especially after winning five Grammy awards last week. During the Super Bowl, Kendrick performed the hit?despite ongoing debates about whether he would do so. Meanwhile, Drake is not taking the allegations lightly, having initiated a defamation lawsuit against UMG for distributing the contentious song.

RELATED: Legal Battles Loom? Universal Music Group Responds to Drake?s ?Not Like Us? Defamation Petition

RELATED: Reactions from Boosie & Marlon Wayans About Drake Following Kendrick Lamar?s Super Bowl Performance