The Game Reflects on Nipsey Hussle, Blacc Sam, Kendrick Lamar, Drake and His Hip-Hop Legacy

The Game has opened up about several important relationships and moments from his long hip-hop career while celebrating the release of his new album, The Documentary 3. During a recent event connected to the project, the Compton rapper addressed speculation surrounding his relationships with Kendrick Lamar, Drake and members of the Top Dawg Entertainment camp. He also used the opportunity to reflect on his longstanding connection with the late Nipsey Hussle and his apparent difficulty reaching Nipsey’s brother, Blacc Sam. The comments have attracted attention because The Game and Nipsey shared a history that stretches back many years, including touring together and collaborating on multiple songs. While much of the public conversation surrounding The Game has focused on Kendrick and Drake, his comments about Nipsey and Blacc Sam introduced another complicated chapter in his career.

The Game recalled the lengths he went to support Nipsey Hussle early in the Los Angeles rapper’s career. According to The Game, he had conflicts with people close to him because he wanted Nipsey to accompany him on tour, showing how strongly he believed in Nipsey’s talent at the time. The two artists performed together during The Game’s LAX tour in 2009, providing Nipsey with an opportunity to reach audiences while he was still developing his career. Their professional relationship continued through various collaborations over the years, creating a musical connection that extended beyond a single tour. The Game’s recent comments suggest that he still views that period as an important part of his relationship with Nipsey and his contribution to the late rapper’s journey.

The Game also expressed frustration about being unable to contact Blacc Sam, Nipsey Hussle’s brother and a key figure in managing aspects of the rapper’s legacy. The rapper said he could not understand why he was unable to get in touch with Sam, although he did not provide a definitive explanation for the apparent communication problems. His comments did not establish that there is a confirmed personal dispute between the two men, leaving the reasons behind the situation unclear. Because Blacc Sam has remained closely involved with Nipsey’s estate and legacy, any tension involving him can quickly attract attention from fans who continue to follow developments surrounding the late artist. The Game’s remarks therefore raised questions without providing enough information to determine exactly what may have happened between them.

The history between The Game and Nipsey includes several musical collaborations that demonstrate their connection within Los Angeles hip-hop. Their work together includes songs such as “They Roll” and “Welcome Home,” while they also collaborated on “Same Hoes” alongside Ty Dolla $ign. These releases helped establish a record of creative cooperation between two artists who represented different generations of the Los Angeles rap scene. Nipsey’s rise was strongly rooted in his independent approach, local identity and long-term vision, while The Game had already become a major commercial figure through his work with Aftermath Entertainment and his own albums. Their collaborations allowed those different stages of their careers to overlap and contributed to the sense of mutual respect surrounding their relationship.

Another important part of the story involves the unreleased collaboration “World Tours,” which was intended to appear on The Game’s 2022 album Drillmatic. The track reportedly featured Nipsey Hussle and was removed after Blacc Sam objected because the collaboration had not received full approval. The decision created controversy at the time, particularly because Wack 100, who has managed The Game, publicly criticised Sam over the situation. Wack’s past comments about Nipsey also became part of the discussion, creating a possible explanation for why tensions could have developed around the collaboration. However, there has been no confirmed statement establishing that the removal of “World Tours” is definitively the reason The Game says he has difficulty reaching Blacc Sam.

The possibility of an unresolved disagreement surrounding “World Tours” has added another layer to The Game’s latest comments. If there is tension between The Game and Blacc Sam, the situation could involve the people around them as much as the two men themselves. Wack 100’s previous public criticism of Nipsey created a complicated backdrop for business and creative decisions involving Nipsey’s unreleased music. Blacc Sam’s responsibility to protect his brother’s artistic legacy could also explain why approval issues surrounding collaborations have been treated seriously. Without a direct explanation from Sam, however, it would be inappropriate to assume that one specific incident is responsible for the current communication difficulties.

The Game’s comments about Nipsey came at a time when he was already facing considerable public interest in his views on Kendrick Lamar and Drake. The Compton rapper has maintained relationships with artists on different sides of major hip-hop rivalries, making his position a frequent subject of speculation among fans. His friendship with Drake has particularly attracted attention because of Drake’s highly publicised conflict with Kendrick Lamar. The Game has repeatedly faced questions about where he stands, but his own comments suggest that he does not necessarily view his relationships with individual artists as requiring him to adopt every position associated with their rivalries. His ability to maintain connections across different parts of hip-hop has become an important feature of his public identity.

Kendrick Lamar’s connection to The Game also goes back many years, adding another layer to the current speculation. The Game has previously spoken positively about Kendrick’s talent and played a role in introducing the younger rapper to wider audiences. Their history means that any perceived distance between The Game and Kendrick can generate questions about whether there is a deeper disagreement behind the scenes. At the same time, public speculation does not necessarily reflect the private reality of their relationship. The Game’s recent comments appear to show that he is comfortable addressing the rumours directly while continuing to define his own relationships within hip-hop.

The release of The Documentary 3 has given The Game another opportunity to reflect on his position in the genre. The title connects the new project to The Documentary, the 2005 debut album that established him as one of the leading voices of the West Coast rap revival during that period. Across his career, The Game has worked with some of the biggest artists and producers in hip-hop while remaining closely connected to Los Angeles culture. His career has included major commercial successes, high-profile rivalries and collaborations with artists from different generations. The decision to revisit The Documentary series therefore gives his current work a strong connection to the legacy he established more than two decades ago.

The Game’s reflections on Nipsey Hussle are particularly significant because Nipsey’s legacy remains deeply connected to Los Angeles and the wider hip-hop community. Nipsey built a reputation around independence, entrepreneurship and investment in his community before his death in 2019. Artists who knew him have continued to discuss his influence and the relationships he developed throughout his career. The Game’s recollection of taking Nipsey on tour presents another perspective on the early support that helped the younger rapper build his profile. At the same time, the uncertainty surrounding Blacc Sam shows that relationships surrounding an artist’s legacy can become complicated even when there was once a strong professional or personal connection.

For now, The Game’s statements about Blacc Sam should be viewed as his account rather than confirmation of an ongoing dispute. The rapper has made clear that he would like to communicate with Nipsey’s brother, but he has not established why those efforts have apparently been unsuccessful. The history involving “World Tours” and Wack 100 provides one possible explanation, but it remains speculation unless the people directly involved confirm it. What is clear is that The Game continues to regard his relationship with Nipsey as an important part of his career and has not forgotten the support he believes he provided during Nipsey’s early years. As The Documentary 3 introduces another chapter in The Game’s career, his reflections on Nipsey, Kendrick Lamar and Drake show how deeply his past relationships continue to influence his place in hip-hop.