Tensions erupted at the Ignite Music Festival as Rick Ross was allegedly attacked by Drake’s OVO goons following his performance of Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us.” The altercation took place outside B.C. Place Stadium, as confirmed by event organizers and a viral video on social media. The video shows Rick Ross, 48, engaged in a heated exchange that quickly escalated into a brawl. Ross headlined the festival, held at the Plaza of Nations in downtown Vancouver.
The enmity between Rick Ross and Drake has been brewing for some time, with both artists taking shots at each other through diss tracks. This latest incident seems to have been triggered by Ross concluding his set with Kendrick Lamar’s song aimed at Drake. Speculation about the attackers being Drake’s goons was fueled by comments on social media. One user posted, “You think Toronto gonna let u disrespect Drake ni**a,” while another commented, “Damn Drake better move like the Military when he in Miami.”
50 Cent Mocks Rick Ross Amidst Altercation
Rapper 50 Cent wasted no time in mocking Rick Ross after the altercation. He took to social media, calling the incident a “great escape” and posting, “LMAO THE GREAT ESCAPE! MEEKA CALL THE CHASERS, THEY ARE CHASING ME. LOL.” The video of the brawl shows a chaotic scene, with Ross amidst a crowd and engaged in a heated exchange that quickly turned physical.
Lindsay Sparrow, CFO of the event organizer Canadian Events Agency, described the incident as a “short altercation” that security swiftly managed. She emphasized that security did a great job ensuring everyone’s safety, which is always the primary concern at such events. Despite the chaos, Ross posted a farewell message to Vancouver on Instagram, writing, “Vancouver it was fun, till next time,” along with a photo of his private jet.
The altercation is the latest chapter in the ongoing feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. Earlier this year, the two rappers released diss tracks targeting each other. Drake’s “Push Ups,” released on April 13, not only took aim at Lamar but also included jabs at Ross, Future, Metro Boomin, and The Weeknd. Ross responded within 24 hours with his track “Champagne Moments,” accusing Drake of undergoing a nose job.
Security and Safety Concerns at Music Festivals
The incident at the Ignite Music Festival underscores the importance of security and safety measures at large events. Despite the unexpected altercation, security personnel acted quickly to manage the situation, ensuring that attendees exited safely. Sparrow praised the security team’s efforts and reassured fans that safety remains the top priority for festival organizers.
The altercation involving Rick Ross at the Ignite Music Festival has added another layer to the ongoing feud between him and Drake. As the music industry watches closely, fans are left wondering what the next move will be in this high-profile rivalry.