Lil Wayne’s teenage son, Lil Novi, is already turning heads in the hip-hop world—not just for his music, but for a bold claim he made during a recent interview with TrillMarty. When asked who the better artist was between Lil Wayne and Drake, the 15-year-old didn’t hesitate to choose his father. But it was his explanation that really sparked conversation. “My dad wrote most of his s***. If it wasn’t for my pops, there wouldn’t be no Drake,” Lil Novi said.
His comment quickly went viral, stirring debate across social media. While some fans brushed it off as youthful exaggeration, others saw it as a direct shot at Drake’s lyrical credibility. Many pointed out that Lil Novi may not be fully aware of the complex professional relationship between his father and Drake, but his remarks hit on a topic that has long been controversial in the rap community: ghostwriting.
Drake has faced ghostwriting allegations for nearly a decade, most notably in 2015 when Meek Mill accused him of using a ghostwriter—Quentin Miller—for songs on If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late. Reference tracks featuring Miller’s vocals later leaked, further fueling speculation. Although Drake admitted to collaborating with writers, he maintained that his contributions remained authentic and denied using ghostwriters in the traditional sense.
Despite the controversy, Drake’s career continued to soar. However, in the eyes of hip-hop purists, the ghostwriting allegations have always raised questions about his lyrical integrity. Lil Novi’s comment adds another layer to the ongoing debate, suggesting not just that Drake had help—but that Lil Wayne himself may have played a major role in shaping his early music.
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