# Kendrick's R&B Moment Under Fire | Hip-Hop News

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Podcast: [Hip-Hop News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hip-hop-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7635865)
Published: 2026-09-15T08:35:23+00:00
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DJ Akademiks drops another firestorm, taking aim at Kendrick Lamar’s R&B feature on Jhené Aiko’s “So Good,” questioning if the vibe fits and comparing him unfavorably to Drake. The debate spirals into a deeper cultural divide: why Drake gets more scrutiny for stepping outside his lane while Kendrick faces even harsher judgment when he tries something new. Streaming numbers tell a wild story — the track debuted strong on Spotify but plummeted fast, sparking online chaos over whether it’s a flop or just misunderstood — yet still soared to 1 on Apple Music’s R&B chart. For Kendrick, every move now carries weight: the music, the politics, the pressure — all under the microscope. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://thesource.com/2026/09/14/dj-akademiks-questions-kendrick-lamars-jhene-aiko-feature-as-so-good-slips-down-on-spotify/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/33d9b21c936566a7 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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