The four-minute diss track serves as REASON's direct response to Joey Bada$$, who had previously targeted him in his own diss track, The Finals. REASON's The Dead Apple is a significant contribution to the ongoing East Coast–West Coast rap feud, showcasing his lyrical prowess and ability to adapt to various styles. He went on to say how he used to idolize Joey and Pro Era, but that he’s fallen off in recent years. REASON also shouted out Ray Vaughn and reaffirmed that this battle is his, but that he couldn’t let Joey’s sneak diss slide.As the conflict continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how other artists will respond and whether this feud will lead to more collaborative efforts or further divisions within the hip-hop community.