Snoop Dogg praises Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' for uniting West Coast rappers

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Snoop Dogg praised Kendrick Lamar's song "Not Like Us," stating it has united West Coast rappers and rival gangs. He emphasized that the track, while controversial, fostered peace and camaraderie among different groups in the hip-hop community. During a recent interview, Snoop declared Kendrick the "King of the West," highlighting the positive impact of Lamar's music on local unity. He noted that rival gangs, including the Bloods and Crips, have formed friendships as a result. Snoop also addressed his unexpected involvement in the rap battle between Kendrick and Drake, which escalated when Drake used A.I. versions of Snoop and 2Pac in a diss track. Snoop found the situation amusing and has been collaborating with Dr. Dre on a new album, set for release on December 13.


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