BREAKING: Canadian rapper Drake has taken a jab at music streaming giant Spotify, dubbing it “Botify” during a live stream with fellow artist BenDaDonn. This offhand remark has ignited conversations about Spotify’s streaming practices, particularly following Drake’s previous allegations against the platform.
In a clip circulating on social media, Drake responded to BenDaDonn’s question about “motivational background music” by saying, “You know what they don’t. But I guarantee that they…I can play it on Botify real quick.” This playful dig comes on the heels of Drake’s ongoing tensions with Spotify, where he has accused the streaming service of manipulating artist metrics.
The controversy stems from Drake’s allegations last November that Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify inflated the popularity of Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us,” aimed directly at Drake. In a court petition filed in Manhattan, Drake claimed that the duo engaged in an illegal “scheme” to boost the track’s streaming numbers through artificial means.
According to reports from Variety, Drake alleged that UMG licensed “Not Like Us” to Spotify at significantly reduced rates while employing “bots” to create the illusion of higher popularity. This accusation has serious implications for the music industry, highlighting growing concerns over artificial streaming practices.
In a recent development, a U.S. District Judge Jeannette Vargas dismissed Drake’s lawsuit against UMG in October 2023. In response to the controversy, a spokesperson for Spotify stated that the platform does not benefit from artificial streaming and actively works to eliminate fake streams and bots.
Despite the ongoing drama, Drake remains a dominant force on Spotify. The latest Spotify Wrapped 2025 report confirms that he is among the most streamed artists, ranking as the second most popular in the U.S., just behind Kendrick Lamar, who placed fourth.
As Drake continues to voice his frustrations, the implications for artists and streaming platforms are significant. Fans and industry observers are eager to see how this feud will develop and what it means for the future of music streaming.
Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding story as it develops.
