Indisputably the most acclaimed rap artist of his generation, Kendrick Lamar is one of those rare MCs who has achieved critical and commercial success while earning the respect and support of those who inspired him. After several years of development, Lamar hit his creative and chart-topping stride in the s. Good Kid, M. The screenplay-level detail of Lamar's writing has been enriched by a collective of producers, instrumentalists, singers, and rappers, a high percentage of whom -- including inspirations Dr.
Lamar's cinematic and collaborative inclinations inevitably attracted the mainstream film industry. Compton, California native Kendrick Lamar Duckworth grew up immersed in hip-hop culture and surrounded by gang activity. As a youngster, he gradually discovered an aptitude for writing stories, poems, and lyrics, which naturally led to rapping. He made a name for himself as K. While it merely hinted at the potential of the then teenager, it was impressive enough to catch the attention of Top Dawg Entertainment and led to a long-term association with the label that steadily propelled his career.
The last of the three was issued the same year he became part of Black Hippy, a group whose members -- including fellow TDE artists Ab-Soul, Jay Rock, and ScHoolboy Q -- frequently appeared on one another's mixtapes and albums. With deeper conceptual narratives and sharpened melodic hooks, as well as comparative multi-dimensional development from primary producer Sounwave, the set acted as a kind of warning flare for Lamar's mainstream rap dominance. In addition to the dozens of tracks he had appeared on by then, Lamar had the support of veteran West Coast stars as well.
During a concert later in , Dr. D City, Lamar's major-label debut, was released in October and entered the Billboard at number two. More significantly, the album showcased Lamar as an exceptional storyteller capable of making compelling concept albums. Miguel's "How Many Drinks? A technical error caused the digital version to be released eight days early, but the LP nonetheless topped the Billboard with sales of , copies within its first week. It made numerous best-of lists at the end of the year and won the Grammy for Best Rap Album.
Riding high on his wins and a striking Grammy ceremony performance, Lamar followed up in March with untitled unmastered. Like the previous release, it debuted at number one, and seamlessly synthesized beatmaking and traditional musicianship from the likes of Sounwave, Terrace Martin, and Thundercat.
Remarkably, all 14 of its songs entered the Hot , and it was certified multi-platinum within three months. Bob Marley 5. In My Bag 7. Kitty Kat 8. Feds Watching feat. Damjonboi, Nuk 9. Gang Gang Air Bud feat. Deezy K BtherGang Vonnie One Of Us K Clip We On Runtz Pack feat. Moneybagz Buzz
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