Dr. Dre has finally responded to The Game’s recent comments about not being included in the 2022 Super Bowl halftime show, and his response was both subtle and direct. In a recent interview on Drink Champs, Dr. Dre was asked about the situation, and although he didn’t engage in direct confrontation, his message made it clear that he wasn’t bothered by The Game’s complaints.

Dre calmly explained that being part of the Super Bowl halftime show is an honor, and if you’re a talented artist, your time will come. He emphasized that before Jay-Z took over the production of the halftime show, the selection process was less about feeling entitled to perform and more about deserving it based on your impact. Dre, reflecting on his own experience with the Super Bowl, stated that when he was called up to perform, he didn’t feel like it was “his turn,” but rather an opportunity to support and be part of a major event.

Dre made it clear that artists should feel honored to perform, without worrying about who else is chosen. “If you’re a great artist, your time will come,” Dre said. He made sure to let everyone know that the decision to perform at such a huge event isn’t about entitlement, but about the overall impact an artist has had.

This response came in the wake of The Game’s public frustration about not being included in the Super Bowl performance, despite his long history with Dr. Dre. The Game had expressed disappointment, feeling that he should have been part of the show due to his contributions to the West Coast rap scene. However, Dre’s comments show that he doesn’t see it as an issue of favoritism but rather about honoring the moment and respecting the platform.

In the past, The Game has often mentioned his relationship with Dr. Dre as something that has remained largely unchanged despite any media circus. He claimed that when he and Dre meet, they pick up right where they left off, whether on good terms or bad. However, Dre’s response to the Super Bowl controversy suggests that his patience with The Game may be running thin.

Over the years, The Game’s antics and public feuds have often overshadowed his music, and while he remains a skilled artist, his constant controversies have made it hard for some to take him seriously. Dre, who has always been a more reserved figure in the public eye, seems to have grown tired of The Game’s drama. The rapper’s dissing of 50 Cent, his flip-flopping loyalties, and his latest comments about Kanye West doing more for him than Dre ever did have likely put a strain on their relationship.

The Game’s claims that Kanye West did more for him than Dr. Dre is especially concerning to Dre, who helped shape The Game’s career from the beginning. Without Dre’s guidance, The Game may never have even had the chance to work with artists like Kanye. Dre’s frustration is evident in his response: while Kanye may have introduced Game to billionaire circles, it was Dr. Dre who provided him with the platform and support he needed to get to that point.

It seems clear that Dr. Dre has moved on from any lingering issues with The Game. He appears uninterested in engaging with Game’s ongoing antics and is now more focused on his own projects, such as the upcoming Missionary album with Snoop Dogg. Dre has given The Game more than enough chances over the years, but now it appears he is no longer willing to entertain the drama.

At the end of the day, Dr. Dre’s message to The Game is clear: the Super Bowl halftime show was “perfect without him,” and his time may come later—if he continues to focus on his music and stop relying on controversy to stay relevant. Dre has closed that chapter, and The Game may need to reflect on his choices if he wants to rebuild the relationships he’s burned in his career.