Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar is a Grammy-winning rapper, songwriter, and producer from Compton, California, celebrated for his incisive lyricism and storytelling within hip-hop. He gained widespread acclaim with albums like *good kid, m.A.A.d city* and *To Pimp a Butterfly*, which blend jazz, funk, and soul with sharp social critique, expanding the genre’s sonic and thematic scope. His influence in hip-hop comes from his ability to craft dense, cinematic narratives that tackle race, identity, and systemic injustice with emotional depth and complexity. Fans return for his skillful fusion of personal experience and political commentary, which has sparked critical conversations and cemented his role as a defining voice in contemporary rap culture.

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The Game Denies Baiting Kendrick Into Beef: 'I Do Beef Very Well'

The Compton rapper says he isn't ducking smoke from anyone.

Trey Alston23 hours ago
Lefty Gunplay.
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Lefty Gunplay Reportedly Arrested for Assault in Missouri

The Cali rapper's arrest came after a performance in Springfield the previous night.

Trey Alston2 days ago
Kendrick Lamar at the BET Awards 2025 held at the Peacock Theater on June 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Kendrick Lamar Fulfills Birthday Promise to a Very Special Young Fan

The rap legend gave seven-year-old Romell Frazier Jr. — seriously injured in a dog attack earlier this year — a visit with his favorite artist.

Shawn Setaro4 days ago
Rapper The Game wearing headphones and a hoodie, speaking into a microphone.
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The Game on Kendrick, Drake: ‘I Can Get Drake on the Phone, and I Can’t Get These Cats on the Phone’

The rapper recently dissed Kendrick Lamar on his new album, 'The Documentary III.'

Joe Price4 days ago
Max B wears a hat and sunglasses, holding a fan. Drake wears an orange shirt.
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Max B Picks Drake Over Kendrick Lamar: ‘I’m in the Clubs With It’

The Wave God says Drake should ignore the noise and focus on making music after the Kendrick battle.

Mark Elibert9 days ago
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(L-R) The Game and Kendrick Lamar
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The Game Seemingly Takes Aim at Kendrick Lamar on New Album: 'I'm the LA Monster'

With the arrival of 'The Documentary III,' the Compton rapper appears to have made it very clear which side of the Drake-K.Dot beef he stands on.

Joe Price10 days ago
Drake, wearing a black turtleneck and necklace, converses with Druski in a white jacket at a social event.
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Druski on Supporting Drake During Kendrick Lamar Feud: ‘That’s My Brother’

In a new GQ cover story, the comedian opens up about standing by Drake throughout the high-profile rap war and addresses a viral awards-show clip many read as a deliberate snub of Kendrick Lamar.

Mark Elibert12 days ago
Apple Music's Ebro Darden during a press conference at the Mascone Center during Super Bowl week in San Francisco. Picture date: Thursday February 5, 2026. 

LAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 01: Drake accepts Top Male Artist onstage during the 2019 Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 1, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Ebro Questions Drake's 'Pen's Not Dry' Warning: 'Who Is He Speaking To?'

The radio host is questioning who still has beef with Drake, arguing they’ve all accomplished their goal.

(L-R) DJ Akademiks and Kendrick Lamar.
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DJ Akademiks Says West Coast Rap Has 'Zero Motion' Despite Kendrick Lamar Success

The media personality believes West Coast hip-hop is "dead" outside of the 'GNX' rapper.

Kendrick Lamar.
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Kendrick Lamar Surprises Detroit Boy Who Lost Both Arms With Birthday Call

"You're giving us a whole lot of inspiration with how strong you are," the rapper told the 7-year-old.

Trey Alston30 days ago
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Donald Glover Previews New Kendrick Lamar Track Produced by DJ Dahi on GILGA Radio

Featuring Amber Mark, the new Kendrick Lamar song "How to Pray" will be featured on DJ Dahi's upcoming self-produced debut album.

Kodak Black in a plaid outfit with jewelry, Kanye West in black with sunglasses, and Kendrick Lamar in a tuxedo and bow tie.
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Kodak Black Seemingly Proposes 'KKK' Name for Hypothetical Supergroup f/ Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar

There's currently no indication the group is an actual, active project for the artists.

Giannis Antetokounmpo in a red shirt at an event; Drake performing on stage in a stylish outfit with a microphone.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Suggests Drake Came Out on Top by Dropping 3 Albums After Kendrick Lamar Beef

Giannis seemingly supports the argument that Drake's 'Iceman,' 'Habibti,' and 'Maid of Honour' release strategy changed the post-beef landscape in his favor.

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Egypt Dean Invests Kendrick Lamar Royalties Into Ballislife HYDRO Sports Drink

The 15-year-old son of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys landed a placement on Kendrick's 'Untitled Unmastered' at 5 years old.

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