In the music industry, the legal status of diss tracks revolves around potential claims of defamation, libel, and slander. While often protected under free speech, particularly in genres like hip-hop where exaggeration and metaphor are common¹ , artists can face legal challenges if a diss track contains provably false statements that harm another's reputation². Recent high-profile cases, such as Drake's defamation lawsuit concerning a Kendrick Lamar diss track, highlight the ongoing legal complexities and the fine line between artistic expression and actionable harm³.