Last Friday, Drake released his new song ‘Slime You Out’ featuring SZA. The song was announced just a few days before its release, generating anticipation among fans. ‘Slime You Out’ had a strong debut on the Spotify charts and is aiming for a No. 1 position on the Billboard Hot 100. However, some controversies are emerging regarding the song.
Drake’s new song “Slime You Out” has sparked controversy, primarily due to a lyric in the opening verse: “You got my mind in a terrible place / Whipped and chained you like American slaves.” Some fans have criticized Drake for being insensitive and accused him of exploiting the history of slavery for his own gain. They argue that the lyric trivializes and disrespects the millions of people who were enslaved in America.
On the other hand, some have come to Drake’s defense, suggesting that he is using a metaphor to describe how the woman in the song has emotionally hurt him. They also point out that Drake has a long history of collaborating with Black artists and has spoken out against racism in the past.
However, the controversy doesn’t stop there. In the past few days, Halle Berry, who is pictured on the cover art of the song, criticized the Canadian rapper. The Oscar-winning artist revealed that Drake used her image without her permission, stating, “He [Drake] asked me, and I said NO, that’s why. Why ask if you intend to do what you want to do!”
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