During his Super Bowl performance, Kendrick Lamar took multiple shots at fellow rapper Drake, reigniting their long-standing rivalry. While many anticipated a response from the Canadian superstar, he remained unfazed, as he was on the other side of the world performing in Melbourne, Australia.
Drake, who was in the city as part of his Anita Max Win Tour, chose to focus on his fans rather than the jabs thrown at him. According to reports, the God’s Plan hitmaker displayed his generosity by giving away tens of thousands of dollars to concertgoers.
The Grammy-winning artist surprised fans with cash gifts, including a whopping $45,000 in total. A fan holding a sign that read “Adonis for President” was rewarded with $25,000. Drake, visibly touched by the message, addressed the crowd and acknowledged his son Adonis.
“You’re showing a lot of love to my son. On behalf of me and Adonis … we’re going to give you 25 grand for your family,” he said, as seen in a TikTok video circulating online.
Another lucky fan, who held a sign that read “Kiss Me, It’s My Birthday,” was given $20,000 along with a fully paid dinner by the rapper. This act of generosity added to the excitement of the night, leaving fans in awe of Drake’s kind-heartedness.
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Drake took a moment during his performance to express deep appreciation for his audience. Despite the ongoing feud with Lamar, he focused on the unwavering support from his fans.
*”It really touches my heart that — through all of that, you still take your hard-earned money, and you spend some of that money on tickets to this show to see this kid from Canada get up here and talk ***,” he said emotionally.
He concluded by emphasizing how much his supporters mean to him. “I really appreciate you. I would be nothing without you,” Drake added.
While Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance took aim at Drake, the Canadian rapper opted for a different approach—choosing to uplift his fans instead of engaging in a public back-and-forth.
His Melbourne concert was not just about the music but also about giving back to those who continue to support his journey.
