Kendrick Lamar is celebrating his latest album, GNX, on the biggest stage in American music. But everyone wants to know if he’s bringing the beef. NPR’s Sidney Madden and Stephen Thompson explain.
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Cole and Femi discuss their first impressions of Kendrick Lamar's GNX. After sharing their first listen experience, they dissect the album's themes, concept, and provide extensive analysis on two key tracks: 'wacced out murals' and 'reincarnated.' *Recorded 11/25/24. "Squabbled U ... Show More
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Kendrick Lamar: from Pulitzer to pop
In 2024, Kendrick Lamar pulled off what seemed impossible: winning hip-hop's biggest rap battle in recent history, securing the Super Bowl halftime show, and dropping GNX, a surprise album that might be the year's defining pop record. But this triumphant return wasn't guaranteed. ... Show More
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<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In today’s bonus episode, we break down Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s feud, the biggest beef in recent rap history.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Read mor ... Show More
