In the world of hip-hop, where public perception and carefully curated personas often mask the truth, some stories remain confined to the realm of whispered rumors. One such story, long a subject of speculation, involves two of the industry’s most towering figures: Sean “Diddy” Combs and Drake. For years, the tale of their physical altercation was dismissed by many, but a recent confirmation from none other than Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has brought the alleged incident back into the spotlight, forcing a re-evaluation of the events that led to a legendary clash. This isn’t just about a beat; it’s about respect, ego, and the shifting dynamics of power in a genre constantly reinventing itself.

The story begins not with animosity, but with admiration. The video reveals that as far back as 2010, Drake and Diddy had a solid working relationship. Drake featured on Diddy’s album Last Train to Paris on the track “Loving You No More”. Their connection appeared to deepen in 2013 when Drake invited Diddy and fellow legend Mase to perform at his annual OVO Fest in Toronto. Drake even described the night as “one of the best nights of my life”, gushing about the experience of sharing the stage with an artist he had long looked up to since he was a kid. This seemingly genuine bond of mutual respect set the stage for what many believed would be a lasting mentorship.

However, the first cracks in their relationship began to show at Club LIV in Miami in 2014. While on stage together, Drake was captured on video seemingly snatching the microphone from Diddy’s hand mid-performance. While the clip is brief, it’s a moment that has been widely dissected by fans and hip-hop insiders alike. The video suggests that Drake’s actions were perhaps accidental and done “in the heat of the moment,” but many believe this was the catalyst for the rising tension. It was a subtle, yet public, sign of disrespect that Diddy, a man long accustomed to being in control of his stage and his empire, would not easily forget.

The real flashpoint, however, was not about a microphone—it was about a beat. The video details a fascinating backstory involving producer Frank Dukes, who created the initial melody, and producer Boy Wonder, who was in the studio with Diddy when he received the file. Boy Wonder pieced the melody together into a complete beat, and offered it to Diddy, who, in a now-infamous decision, passed on it. It wasn’t until Drake recorded a demo song on the same beat for Diddy that the dynamic shifted. Diddy then decided he wanted the song, but after Drake sent him the finished track, Diddy rejected it. The video highlights this as a key moment, proving 50 Cent’s earlier point that Diddy’s ear for hits was no longer what it was in the ’90s.

Drake, perhaps seeing the potential Diddy missed, didn’t let the beat go to waste. He uploaded the song, titled “0 to 100/The Catch Up,” to SoundCloud. What followed was an explosion of success that Diddy could not have foreseen. The track became a platinum-certified smash hit, a cultural phenomenon, and even received two Grammy nominations in 2015. The very beat Diddy had passed on was now dominating airwaves and even featured in the NBA 2K16 soundtrack. This, according to the video, was the ultimate “L” for Diddy, a public and undeniable validation of Drake’s artistic instinct over his own.

The frustration became palpable. At a performance in July 2014, Diddy played the song but introduced it by saying it was “stolen” from him. This was a direct, public statement of his anger and a clear indication that the issue was far from resolved. The stage was now set for the final confrontation. Months later, at DJ Khaled’s birthday party at the same Miami club where the microphone incident occurred, Diddy confronted Drake. The video reports that Drake was being “slick about it” and tried to leave, but Diddy followed him to his car. It was here, out of public view, that the situation spiraled. The video states that Diddy allegedly slapped Drake so hard that the OVO rapper “went from a 100 to… red face to tears real quick,” and reports from the time claimed Drake even dislocated his shoulder. He was reportedly taken to the hospital and seen in a wheelchair afterward.

The incident itself has been a source of rumor for years, with Diddy publicly denying it. But the video provides two key confirmations that give the story new weight. First, 50 Cent, a known antagonist of Diddy’s, confirmed the slap, stating Diddy felt Drake “took something from him”. Second, radio personality Charlamagne Tha God also confirmed the story, saying he heard from “people close to the situation” that Diddy “really did punch Drake in the face”, and that the reason was indeed the “0 to 100” beat.

In the aftermath, it was clear that Drake had powerful allies. The video notes that hip-hop mogul Jay Prince got involved, issuing a stern warning to Diddy to stay away from Drake, whom he considers family. Prince’s intervention signaled that Drake was not without protection and that any further aggression would be met with swift retaliation.

Drake’s final word on the matter didn’t come through a public statement but through his art. A year later, he released the song “4 PM in Calabasas,” which many interpreted as a direct and lyrical takedown of Diddy. The video breaks down the specific lines, pointing out lyrical shots such as “Even had the OGs trying to press me, ha-ha” and “Take that, take that”. Drake also mocked Diddy’s past interviews and referenced his famous ad-libs and song titles, essentially confirming the feud and having the last laugh.

While the video suggests that the two artists have since moved past their differences, the story of the beat and the beef remains a potent example of how quickly relationships can sour in an industry built on competition and ego. The “0 to 100” incident serves as a cautionary tale: a seemingly minor dispute over a beat can escalate into a major conflict, with a legend’s reputation and a rising star’s career on the line. What started with mutual respect ended with a dislocated shoulder, a platinum hit, and a feud that will forever be part of hip-hop lore.