Kendrick Lamar’s surprise album GNX is not just a musical masterpiece – it’s also a peek behind the curtain at the rap world’s drama, as Lamar takes on everything from Super Bowl snubs to A.I.-generated diss tracks.
In his latest track “wacced out murals,” Kendrick drops some serious truth bombs, addressing the controversy surrounding Lil Wayne’s feelings about being passed over for the Super Bowl Halftime Show. Lamar raps, “Used to bump Tha Carter III, I held my Rollie chain proud / Irony, I think my hard work let Lil Wayne down,” a clear nod to the moment when Wayne vented his frustration about the NFL picking Lamar for the gig in his hometown of New Orleans. Looks like even legends can feel the sting of competition.
But Kendrick didn’t stop there – he also tackled the odd situation with Snoop Dogg, who reposted Drake’s A.I.-generated diss track, Taylor Made Freestyle. The track uses a digital version of Snoop’s voice, and Lamar couldn’t help but react with his signature wit, rapping, “Snoop posted ‘Taylor Made,’ I prayed it was the edibles / I couldn’t believe it, it was only right for me to let it go.” Talk about a social media moment that turned into a full-blown storyline!
Despite these edgy references, Kendrick doesn’t shy away from acknowledging his place in the game. He even reflects on the lack of congratulatory messages after his Super Bowl performance, mentioning, “Won the Super Bowl and Nas the only one congratulate me,” hinting that maybe only a few of the rap world’s finest showed him love.
But don’t worry – Snoop Dogg quickly cleared up the A.I. drama. In a Drink Champs interview, he laughed off the repost, admitting it was just “the edibles” kicking in. And today, he confirmed Kendrick’s suspicions with a tweet, “Kenny is still the West West King.” Looks like there’s no beef here after all, just a little bit of West Coast love!
With GNX, Kendrick Lamar proves once again that he’s not afraid to tackle the drama head-on, mixing deep reflections with sharp bars and a little bit of humor. Whether it’s beef, confusion, or just straight-up life, Kendrick’s got it all covered.