Canadian Politician Jagmeet Singh Publicly Apologizes to Drake After Kendrick Lamar Concert Stir

Why would a Canadian politician apologize to a global music icon?

When he went to attend Kendrick Lamar’s Toronto performance on June 15, 2025, New Democratic Party leader Jagmeet Singh found himself embroiled in controversy. The action stirred public controversy when he got called out for going to his nemesis’s performance by Toronto’s own Drake. What followed was a surprising apology that has fans and critics buzzing.

The drama unfolded during Kendrick Lamar’s Grand National tour stop in Toronto, where Singh was spotted in the crowd. Drake, known for his deep ties to the city and his ongoing feud with Lamar, didn’t take kindly to the politician’s presence. He sent Singh a direct message on Instagram, labeling him a “goof,” and shared the exchange on his Instagram Story for all to see. The jab quickly went viral, putting Singh in an awkward spot.

In response, Singh took to his own Instagram Story to clear the air. He explained that he attended the concert to see SZA, not Lamar, and admitted,

“I shouldn’t have gone at all.”

Born in Toronto, Singh emphasized his love for the city, adding,

“OVO and Drake have lifted up this city and Canada.”

He wrapped up his apology with a bold statement:

“For me, it’ll always be Drake over Kendrick.”

Despite the gesture, Drake unfollowed Singh on social media, though Singh still follows the rapper.

The incident has stirred debate online. Some fans praised Singh for owning his mistake, while others questioned why a politician felt the need to apologize to a celebrity. Social media posts on X captured the frenzy, with thousands of users sharing memes and weighing in. One post racked up over 26,000 views, highlighting the apology’s viral reach. The clash also ties into the broader Drake-Lamar rivalry, which has kept the music world on edge in 2025. During the concert, fans chanted for Lamar’s Drake-diss track “Not Like Us,” though Lamar didn’t perform it again.

This isn’t the only ripple from the feud. Drake reportedly pulled out of a planned livestream with Kai Cenat during Lamar’s show, opting instead to give away hundreds of thousands of dollars to fans. Meanwhile, some speculate the feud influenced the cancellation of SiR’s 2024 Toronto concert at a venue tied to Drake.