"Idols Become Rivals" is a high-profile diss track from 's ninth studio album, Rather You Than Me (2017). The song is a direct, public condemnation of Birdman (the CEO of Cash Money Records) for his alleged history of predatory business practices and poor treatment of his closest associates. 1. Key Collaborators & Structure
: The track uses a soulful, cinematic beat that samples Camilo Sesto's “Agua de Dos Ríos” —the same sample used in Jay-Z’s "Where Have You Been". "Idols Become Rivals" is a high-profile diss track
: The track features a spoken-word introduction from comedian Chris Rock , who warns that serious conflict is coming. "Idols Become Rivals" is a high-profile diss track