But I am saying fans aren't important.
Just like in a war, the Taliban made America quit.
You think the Taliban cares that Americans still got an abundance of iPhones, food and running water or they care that America quit?
The sentiments of a fanbase is only useful to influence the artist to decide what is best for their career.
Drake knows his fans. He knows that they don't care about Hip Hop purity like that or that he is a phony. So, when he engages in a battle with someone that don't gives a fuck about trying to out rap him but dissect his rap persona, he'll quit and go back to giving his fans what they want.
He doesn't mind quitting because first and foremost Drake is about his money and fame, not proving he can beat someone in a battle.