In his verse, Lamar called out several rappers, telling them he was going to murder his competition. [26] He began recording material with the label and subsequently released a 26-track mixtape two years later, titled Training Day (2005). [23][24][25], In 2003, at the age of 16, Lamar released his first full-length project, a mixtape titled Youngest Head Nigga in Charge (Hub City Threat: Minor of the Year), under the pseudonym K.Dot. [109] On July 31, 2014, it was announced that Lamar would premiere his short film m.A.A.d at Sundance's inaugural NEXT Fest in Los Angeles on August 9. [162] Lamar opened the 60th Annual Grammy Awards with a medley of "XXX," "Lust," "DNA," "Humble," "King's Dead" and Rich the Kid's "New Freezer". The music video for "Alright" received four nominations at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards, including Video of the Year and Best Male Video. One of the most persistent rumors about Kendrick Lamar's love life is that he dated one of the Kardashian sisters. The song peaked at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 in its thirteenth week of gradually climbing up the chart. [336] He has been outspoken about his faith in his music and interviews. Lamar, 35, and his fiance, Whitney Alford, have been together for many years and have two children. Terms of Use Born on 17 June , Kendrick Lamar's age is 34 years as of He was born and raised in a well-settled Christian family from Compton, California. [315] In 2015, Billboard included Lamar in "The 10 Greatest Rappers of All-Time. 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[55] Also in October, Lamar partnered with Windows Phone, and crafted an original song with producer Nosaj Thing entitled "Cloud 10," to promote Microsoft's new product. Hykeem Jamaal Carter Jr. (born October 22, 2000), known professionally as Baby Keem, is an American rapper and record producer. Kendrick Lamar launches new multimedia company pgLang Alford was born on May 12, 1986, in Compton, California. ": Watch", "Kendrick Lamar to Release New Album on April 14th", "Kendrick Lamar's new album arrives April 14", "Kendrick Lamar Enlists Rihanna and U2 for New Album DAMN", "Review: Kendrick Lamar Moves From Uplift to Beast Mode on Dazzling 'Damn. Baby Keem & Sam Dew), 'Savior'. On May 11, 2022, the hitmaker posted the cover art of his fifth studio album to his Instagram and Twitter pages. While Lamar has kept quiet about fatherhood over the years, he gushed about Alford in January 2015, calling her his best friend in a Billboard interview. [325] In April 2015, during an interview with The Breakfast Club, Lamar revealed that they were engaged. One of the most persistent rumors about Kendrick Lamar's love life is that he dated one of the Kardashian sisters. I'm not sure how you can spin that into a bad thing, and I encourage anyone interested to read the story and see for themselves. Having sold over 70 million records in the United States alone, all of Lamars studio albums have been certified platinum or higher by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Their baby girl was born on July 26, 2019, with her name staying out of the public domain. [239] Rolling Stone called the single "one of the most important hip-hop songs of the last decade". Khlo Kardashian Names Her Baby TRUE + Kendrick Lamar Wins This Prestigious Award Elvis Duran Show 246K subscribers Subscribe 3K views 4 years ago Oh boy. [337][339][340] Lamar has credited God for his fame and his "deliverance" from crime that often plagued Compton in the 1990s. Some fans perceived the line to be Lamar judging the black community. [176][177] Lamar's fifth studio album, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, was released on May 13. At the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards, he won Outstanding Variety Special (Live) for the Super Bowl LVI halftime show. "[313] Lorde described him as "the most popular and influential artist in modern music". "His album To Pimp A Butterfly broke every rule in the book and he had a number one album glued to the top of the charts. [281][282][283][284], Lamar owns a percentage of his former record label Top Dawg Entertainment. [288][289], Lamar's work has earned universal acclaim from music critics, industry peers, and cultural figures. The couple didn't announce. "[66] On May 21, Lamar made his 106 & Park debut alongside Ace Hood, joining Birdman and Mack Maine on stage to perform "B Boyz". [330] He is a notable fan of the Los Angeles Lakers, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Los Angeles Rams. [195], Lamar's musical style is known to be "anti-flamboyant, interior and complex. He appeared for the first time on the Time 100 list of most influential people in 2016. [54] In October 2011, Lamar appeared alongside fellow American rappers B.o.B, Tech N9ne, MGK, and Big K.R.I.T., in a cypher at the BET Hip Hop Awards. Kendrick Lamar is one of hip-hop's biggest superstars, and the year 2022 has only proven that. [12] His debut major-label release, good kid, m.A.A.d city, was named one of "The 100 Best Debut Albums of All Time" by Rolling Stone. [353], This article is about the American rapper. 57,915, This story has been shared 49,041 times. From the senate floor, Lamar told the legislature, "Being from the City of Compton and knowing the parks that I played at and the neighborhoods, I always thought how great the opportunity would be to give back to my community off of what I do in music. Lamar has won seventeen Grammy Awards. Kendrick Lamar Duckworth was born in Compton, California, on June 17, 1987,[14][15] the son of a couple from Chicago. Grammy-winning singer-bassist Thundercat says that the saying "It Is What It Is" which just so happens to be the title of his fourth album, out Friday might actually help you cope with coronavi I don't want to give dates. Kendrick Lamar's new album Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers: What you need to know Update: Due to the box office getting slammed in the presale, additional shows have been added for Melbourne/Naarm . [267] Tiffith claimed that the policy was censorship and threatened to pull music from his label, including Lamar's, from the platform if they kept the policy as it stood. "[342] The introductory lines to his second studio album Good Kid, M.A.A.D City (2012) includes a form of the Sinner's Prayer. Kendrick Lamar And Jay Electronica)", "Big Sean On Stealing A Rolex From His Ex Naya Rivera And The Inspiration Behind "I Don't Fuck With You", "Kendrick V Everybody: A Beginner's Guide To Kendrick Lamar's Beefs", "Listen to Big Sean's New Song "No More Interviews", "Kendrick Label Head Confirms He Threatened to Pull Music From Spotify", "Top Dawg Explains How He Warned Spotify's CEO That Kendrick Lamar, Others Would Pull Music Over Conduct Policy", "Spotify Plans to Change XXXTentacion Policy After Outcry", "Spotify Pulls R. 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As well as his successful career, many don't know that Kendrick is also a father. by J. Cole)", "Kendrick Lamar Hoping To Release Studio Album Next Year", "Kendrick Lamar Ronald Reagan Era (His Evils) f. RZA", "Hip Hop Album Sales: The Week Ending 7/3/2011 | Get The Latest Hip Hop News, Rap News & Hip Hop Album Sales", "Dream Urban Presents: Kendrick Lamar Experience (Snoop Dogg Passes Torch)", "Kendrick Lamar "Cloud 10 [Prod. In 2012, Lamar secured a record deal with Dr. Dres Aftermath Entertainment, under the aegis of Interscope Records, and released his second studio album Good Kid, M.A.A.D City. [114][115] On December 17, 2014, Lamar debuted a new untitled song on one of the final episodes of The Colbert Report. But they take somebody who is out there and say, 'That's what people want.' [218][219] Jacob Uitti of American Songwriter notes, "For as much as he is a musician and a lyricist and an emcee, Lamar is also a playwright, a novelist, a short story author. [110] The film is inspired by good kid, m.A.A.d city, and was directed by Kahlil Joseph, who had previously worked with Lamar on the Yeezus Tour. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Kendrick Lamars new album, Mr. Despite the denials, the rumors continued to swirl around Kendrick and the Kardashians. [30][31], After receiving a co-sign from Lil Wayne,[32] Lamar released his third mixtape in 2009, titled C4, which was heavily themed around Wayne's album Tha Carter III. [178][179] Ahead of its release, he visited Ghana to shoot a mini documentary with Spotify. The "Humble" rapper won't be calling Calabasas home though, because according to TMZ he only. The couple got married a month after dating and ended their seven-year relationship around the time Khloe was standing bedside as Lamar recovered from a near-fatal overdose. [164] After the Black Panther soundtrack, Lamar did not release music of his own for four years. This is something new. Yeah, I'm smokin' on your, what's his name, tonight, tonight. [62], In March 2012, MTV announced that Lamar had signed a deal with Interscope Records and Aftermath Entertainment, marking the end of his career as an independent artist. He said: "I wouldnt even call her my girl, thats my best friend. [341] He also believes his career is divinely inspired, saying in an interview with Complex in 2014, "I got a greater purpose, God put something in my heart to get across and that's what I'm going to focus on, using my voice as an instrument and doing what needs to be done. 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[38], The mixtape includes a song titled "Ignorance Is Bliss," in which Lamar highlights gangsta rap and street crime, but ends each verse with "ignorance is bliss," giving the message "we know not what we do;"[39][40] it was this song specifically that made hip hop producer Dr. Dre want to work with Lamar after seeing the music video on YouTube. on Pitchfork's "Instant Classic" | Video | Pitchfork", "What Kendrick Lamar's "The Blacker the Berry" Really Means", "The Importance Of Kendrick Lamar And How He Is Making Pop Music Matter Again", "Kendrick Lamar's Untitled Unmastered: 'The work of someone who's in it for the long haul' first-listen review", "Kendrick Lamar Talks 'Section.80,' New Album and Upcoming Videos", "Kendrick Lamar roams Compton in 'good kid, m.A.A.d city', "Butterfly Flow: Tupac, Kendrick Lamar, and the Resurrection of New Black Godz", "Is It Wickedness? [318] In collecting his award on May 30, 2018, new Pulitzer administrator Dana Canedy, the first woman and African American to lead the organization, told him: "Congratulations, looks like we're both making history this year. to the trap of Gucci Mane. The Yeezus Tour began in October. Kendrick Lamar Duckworth (born June 17, 1987) is an American rapper and songwriter from Compton, California. [213][214] Considered a "radio-friendly but overtly political rapper" by Pitchfork,[215] Lamar's writing often contain political and social commentary centered around African American life and culture, exploring themes of racism, black empowerment and social injustice. He also compared his acting preparation to his songwriting, saying that he prefers to "always have that open space to evolve". 2. [33] Soon after, Lamar decided to no longer go by the stage name of K.Dot and opted to use his birth name. Thanks for contacting us. "[319] In 2019, he was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "All the Stars". "[101][102], Lamar received a total of seven Grammy nominations at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards (2014), including Best New Artist, Album of the Year, and Best Rap Song,[103] but did not win in any category. Surfaces Online", "Kendrick Lamar Releases New Album untitled unmastered", "Kendrick Lamar's Surprise 'Untitled' Album Debuts at#1 on Billboard 200 Chart", "Kendrick Lamar Drops New Single 'The Heart Part 4' - XXL", "Kendrick Lamar Shares Video for New Song "HUMBLE. As of February 2023, Kendrick Lamar's net worth is estimated to be $75 Million. Kendrick Lamar's 'Mr. Morale & The. In the family photo, shared on Instagram. [21] As a child, he attended McNair Elementary and Vanguard Learning Center in the Compton Unified School District. [172][173], On February 13, 2022, Lamar headlined the Super Bowl LVI halftime show alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, 50 Cent and Mary J. Blige, which won him the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Special (Live). [268] In response to the criticism, Spotify reversed their policy and reinstated XXXTentacion's music back onto playlists after other artists threatened to pull their music. [277], In July 2018, Lamar made his acting debut in the fifth season of the Starz drama series Power, portraying a Dominican drug addict named Laces. ', "Collector's Edition of Kendrick Lamar's 'Damn' With Tracks in Reverse Order Might Be on the Way", "Kendrick Lamar produced the soundtrack for Black Panther", "Jay Rock Drops 'Black Panther' Soundtrack Cut 'King's Dead,' Feat. Mr. Kendrick Lamar Duckworth (born June 17, 1987) is an American rapper and songwriter. The rumor quickly gained traction, with many fans speculating about the nature of their relationship. [111], On September 23, 2014, Lamar released "i" as the first single from his third album. Kendrick Lamar's height is 1.68 m, which is equal to 5 ft 6 in. 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[5] It received universal acclaim and became his first number-one album on the Billboard 200. [34] That same year, Lamar along with his TDE label-mates Jay Rock, Ab-Soul and ScHoolboy Q formed Black Hippy, a hip hop supergroup. [146] On April 7, 2017, his fourth studio album was made available for pre-order and confirmed to be released on April 14, 2017. "[346] On the cover of Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers (2022) and during select promotions for the album, Lamar wore a diamond crown of thorns designed by Tiffany & Co.. During his headlining performance at Glastonbury Festival, Lamar explained that he wore the crown as both a "nod of respect to the artists who came before him" and as a reminder of his imperfections, while adding, "They judge you, they judged Christ. Kendrick Lamar Welcomes His First Child, a Daughter The "All the Stars" rapper and Whitney became proud parents on July 26, 2019, when they welcomed their daughter. [189][190] Lamar also gave Lil Wayne's work in Hot Boys credit for influencing his style and praised his longevity. [80] On February 26, Lamar performed "Poetic Justice" on the Late Show with David Letterman. It was announced Monday that Kendrick Lamar's "DAMN." won the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for Music. Is Introspective And Unforgiving", "Kendrick Lamar's 20 Best Songs: Critic's Picks", "Explore Kendrick Lamar's DAMN. fans reveal how Mayim Bialik 'slows down the game' as viewers think Ken Jennings will be permanent host, RHONJ star Teresa Giudice, 50, nearly spills out of a tiny jean bikini top in a sexy new photo, Kim Kardashian shows off her tiny waist in a bra & underwear in new video after concerns over her thinning frame, Summer Walker goes totally TOPLESS at BET Awards red carpet just hours after announcing she's pregnant with 2nd child, Inside Jeopardy! [28] The mixtape led to Lamar securing a recording contract with Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE), a newly founded independent record label based in Carson, California. [69] However, Gaga withdrew from participation in the last moment, citing that it was due to artistic differences and had nothing to do with Lamar. [12][13] Three of his studio albums were included on Rolling Stones 2020 ranking of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. [166][167] In a press release, Free claimed that the company "is not a record label, a movie studio, or a publishing house. He is a critically and commercially acclaimed artist who started his musical journey as a teenager. [197] He's stated in an interview that "You really can't categorize my music, it's human music. The pair are loving parents to two children - a 3-year-old daughter and a infant. City", "See Kendrick Lamar's trippy new short film, 'God is Gangsta', "Kendrick Lamar And Taylour Paige Star In Short Film For His Song "We Cry Together", "Kendrick Lamar, Dave Free & 'South Park' Duo Matt Stone And Trey Parker To Produce Comedy Penned By Vernon Chatman For Paramount", "Kendrick Lamar Flawlessly Performs 'Mr. . AceShowbiz - Kendrick Lamar 's sister Kayla Duckworth is a mother of two and a married woman at 18 years old. [253] Wiley said that the interview would have escalated the reported feud to become official with diss tracks being directed at the other side. According to Vibe , Us Weekly started the rumor, but Lamar has yet to confirm, a year on. "[49] In June 2011, Lamar released "Ronald Reagan Era (His Evils)," a cut from Section.80, featuring Wu-Tang Clan leader RZA. 1 Thanks to Taylor Swift", "Kendrick Lamar wins Pulitzer music prize", "Kendrick Lamar Returns With 'Mr. The duo became parents when their baby girl reportedly arrived in July 2019. When I expire, my children will make higher valleys.". [36] On the same date, Lamar released Overly Dedicated to digital retailers under TDE, and later on September 23, released it for free online. [252] Several more reported subliminal lines were spoken by each rapper, four by Kendrick on the songs, "Pay for it," "King Kunta," "Darkside/Gone," and "Deep Water" and two by Drake on the songs "Used To" and "4PM In Calabasas". YouTube. [61] In February, Lamar also embarked on Drake's Club Paradise Tour, opening along with fellow American rappers ASAP Rocky and 2 Chainz. The younger sister of the rap superstar has tied the knot with her baby . [225][226] Damn explores the dualities of human nature and delves into themes of morality and spirituality. While the name of his second child has not been formally announced, fans believe it could be Enoch due to a line in his song Worldwide Steppers. "[128] In October 2015, Lamar announced the Kunta's Groove Sessions Tour, which included eight shows in eight cities. [110] Lamar featured on the Alicia Keys song "It's On Again," which was written for the film The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014). He further added that Eazy-E also influenced him, saying, "I wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for Eazy-E."[188], In a September 2012 interview, Lamar stated that Eminem "influenced a lot of my style" and has credited him for his own aggression on records such as "Backseat Freestyle". Wade. The couple, who began dating in high school and confirmed their engagement in 2015, did not previously announce that they were expanding their family. Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom have had quite the love story. He quickly garnered local attention which led to him signing a recording contract with Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) in 2005. [279] Lamar wanted to portray a character that did not resemble his musical persona, and drew inspiration from various people he knew when growing up in Compton. "[294] The New Yorker journalist Carrie Battan considered him "California's biggest hip-hop artist since the nineteen-nineties. Don't you address . Their baby girl was born on July 26, 2019, with her name staying out of the public domain. 2 - Special Super Hard Hitting Interview with Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Dre Says In 2011, He's Focusing On West Coast Hip Hop Kendrick Lamar, Slim da Mobster | Get The Latest Hip Hop News, Rap News & Hip Hop Album Sales, "Kendrick Lamar Reacts To Dr. Dre's Cosign, Considering Aftermath", Kendrick Lamar Says J. Cole Collabo Mixtape is Gonna "Shock The World", "J. Cole Says He Urged Dr. Dre to Sign an Up-and-Coming Kendrick Lamar", "Indie Intro: 5 Things You Need To Know About Kendrick Lamar", "Kendrick Lamar - HiiiPoWeR (prod. RAPPER Kendrick Lamar is one of the most influential artists of his generation with four number one albums to his name. It's something I still have to think about when I sleep at night. [331][332][333][334], Lamar is a devout Christian,[335] having converted following the death of a friend. [10] He has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including 17 Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, two American Music Awards, six Billboard Music Awards, 11 MTV Video Music Awards, a Brit Award, and a nomination for an Academy Award. Kendrick Lamar has never confirmed any romantic relationships with a member of the Kardashian family, and it is important to respect his privacy and not speculate about his personal life. Record Kicks unleashes a "15th anniversary" edition of British outfit Baby Charles' self-titled landmark debut . "[320] On February 13, 2016, Mayor of Compton, California Aja Brown presented Lamar with the key to the city, for "representing Compton's evolution, embodying the New Vision for Compton."[321]. SoundCloud family ties (with Kendrick Lamar) by Baby Keem published on 2021-08-27T00:18:38Z. Kendrick also mentions his daughter in this song, describing how protective he feels over her but no name is given. The rumor first surfaced in 2013, when it was reported that Kendrick was dating Kylie Jenner, who was 15 years old at the time. Morale & The Big Steppers, may not be out just yet but it appears his second child has arrived. [191] He has said that he also grew up listening to Rakim, Dr. Dre, and Tha Dogg Pound. [185][186] In a 2011 interview with Rolling Stone, Lamar mentioned Mos Def and Snoop Dogg as rappers that he listened to and took influence from during his early years. Both Baby Keem and Kendrick Lamar got the last laugh in the end as The Melodic Blu e debuted at No. [312] Pharrell Williams called Lamar "one of the greatest writers of our times," explaining that he "knows how to be very disciplined with a subject matter, he knows that stickiness is important, and he knows that it has to feel great. You don't want the same song every single day of your life. Kendrick Lamar was born on June 17, 1987, and is currently 35 years old. A little bit of Kurupt, [Tupac], with some of the content of Ice Cube. It's not going to be nothing leftover. In a Billboard cover story, the 14-time Grammy winner told the platform that his love for Alford went beyond basic labels. [129] In early 2016, Kanye West released the track "No More Parties in L.A." on his official SoundCloud, a collaboration featuring Lamar and produced by West and Madlib. [11] In 2015, Lamar received the California State Senates Generational Icon Award. Feb 22, 2020. Some are rumored, while others are. [317] DAMN. Do Not Sell My Personal Information, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), Kendrick Lamar seemingly debuted his family of four in the art for Mr. [9] He has directed and produced several music videos and films with his creative partner Dave Free, with whom he founded the creative collective PGLang. He has admitted to being quiet and shy in school, his mother confirming he was a "loner" until the age of seven. [136] Other nominations included Album of the Year and Song of the Year. The rumor first surfaced in 2013, when it was reported that Kendrick was dating Kylie Jenner, who was 15 years old at the time. [52][53] On August 24, 2011, Lamar released the music video for the Section.80 track, "ADHD". "That first album [It's Dark and Hell Is Hot] is classic, [so he had an influence on me]." Kendrick's major label debut album, 'good kid m.A.A.d city' is already known as a classic and was only released in late 2012. Kendrick Lamar was earlier known as Kendrick Lamar Duckworth.