American rapper and songwriter (born 1987)
J. Cole explains exit from Kendrick Lamar, Drake beef in 'Port Antonio': J. Cole shocked the music world when he bowed out of the escalating Drake and Kendrick ...
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/10/10/j-cole-port-antonio-drake-kendrick-lamar-feud/75602703007/
Pharrell Williams' #PieceByPiece (🍅87%) hits theaters this weekend.
The voice cast includes Gwen Stefani, Kendrick Lamar, Daft Punk, Snoop Dogg, and more.
Drake slams fake friends 'who stabbed him in the back and switched up' amid beef with Kendrick Lamar
wionews.com/entertainment/drake-slams-fake-friends-who-stabbed-him-in-the-back-and-switched-up-amid-beef-with-kendrick-lamar-765187
Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Daft Punk, and more get new character posters for Pharrell Williams' LEOG biopic #PieceByPiece - in theaters Oct 11.
Sabrina Carpenter's “Espresso” was submitted for record of the year while “Please Please Please” was submitted for song of the year for the 2025 #Grammys . Grammy Ballot Burning Questions: Chappell, Beyoncé, Kendrick
Pharrell wanted to tell his story through Legos — here's why: The animated film Piece By Piece traces Pharrell’s early life as a boy growing up in Virginia Beach ...
npr.org/2024/10/08/nx-s1-5140107/pharrell-williams-legos-piece-by-piece
Quick Glance: Pharrell's Life Story Told Through Legos
- Pharrell Williams uses Legos to narrate his life story, emphasizing the magic of creativity.
- The animated film 'Piece By Piece' captures Pharrell's childhood in Virginia Beach and his rise as a Grammy-winning artist.
- Key themes include synesthesia and creative inspiration, alongside his experiences writing popular songs.
- Directed by Morgan Neville, the film combines Pharrell's vibrant narrative with the unique aesthetic of Legos.
Taylor Swift's “Eras Tour” movie was submitted alongside Celine Dion’s “I Am Celine” documentary and Lady Gaga’s “Chromatica Ball” in the music film category ... Show more
Grammy Ballot Burning Questions: Chappell, Beyoncé, Kendrick
Grammy Ballot Burning Questions: Chappell, Beyoncé, Kendrick
‘Public Enemies’: Channel 4 Doc To Explore Kendrick Lamar & Drake Beef: Channel 4 is exploring Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef via a 'Public Enemies' doc ...
deadline.com/2024/10/channel-4-kendrick-lamar-draka-public-enemies-doc-1236109090/
Thousands of Music Videos, Including Nirvana’s ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit,’ Removed From YouTube Amid Copyright Dispute
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/music-videos-removed-youtube-copyright-dispute-1235115814/
Arkansas couple stunned when their black Nikes show up as Kendrick Lamar cover art
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/09/27/nike-air-forces-kendrick-cover-art/75413312007/
Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna Turned Down Coachella: Coachella couldn’t pull Kendrick Lamar or Rihanna — but do you want to see Fred again. ...
vulture.com/article/coachella-kendrick-lamar-rihanna-turned-down.html
LeBron James Unfollowed By Drake on IG After Attending Kendrick Lamar Concert in June
bleacherreport.com/articles/10137667-lebron-james-unfollowed-by-drake-on-ig-after-attending-kendrick-lamar-concert-in-june
Will Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' Diss Win Big at the Grammys?: Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us' went from a scathing diss track to hip-hop anthem ...
variety.com/2024/music/news/kendrick-lamar-not-like-us-grammys-diss-tracks-1236167196/
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Kendrick Lamar Should Dominate the Grammys’ Best Rap Song Race With an Undeniable Diss Track
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/grammys-2025-best-rap-song-predictions-nominees-1235128061/
Songs by Adele, Kendrick Lamar, Bob Dylan, Nirvana, More to Return to YouTube After Legal Dispute
hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/songs-blocked-youtube-legal-dispute-sesac-1236017120/
No, Drake Did Not Send ‘Not Like Us’ Cease and Desist to Kendrick Lamar: Drake’s rep tells Rolling Stone that the rumor he sent Kendrick Lamar a cease and desist ...
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/drake-kendrick-lamar-not-like-us-cease-desist-did-not-send-1235118744/
Pharrell Williams Thanks Lego For Helping Tell His “Origin Story” In ‘Piece By Piece’
deadline.com/2024/10/pharrell-williams-thanks-lego-helping-tell-origin-story-piece-by-piece-1236108270/
The best songs of 2024 (so far): Featuring pop dominance from Charli and Chappell, and diss tracks from Kendrick
gq-magazine.co.uk/article/best-songs-2024
Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna Said No to Coachella 2025 Headliner Slot: Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna passed on headlining Coachella in 2025. The festival long is looking ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-10-06/kendrick-lamar-rihanna-said-no-to-coachella-2025-headliner-slot
Will Kendrick Lamar spin beef into gold at the Grammys?: The Compton-born rapper may finally get the last word in his lyrical battle with Drake
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/awards/story/2024-10-09/kendrick-lamar-grammys-not-like-us
Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna Said No to Coachella 2025 Headliner Slot: Kendrick Lamar and Rihanna passed on headlining Coachella in 2025. The festival long is looking ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-10-06/kendrick-lamar-rihanna-said-no-to-coachella-2025-headliner-slot
The best songs of 2024 (so far): Featuring pop dominance from Charli and Chappell, and diss tracks from Kendrick
gq-magazine.co.uk/article/best-songs-2024
Sesac vs. Youtube: Adele and Bob Dylan can no longer be found on Youtube: Sesac is negotiating a new contract with Youtube. Adele, Nirvana, Bob Dylan and ...
sueddeutsche.de/wirtschaft/sesac-youtube-adele-bob-dylan-lux.Xo4sAzUHZu2RoMU3ptgUUR
Black Air Force 1s From Kendrick Lamar’s Viral Cover Art Are No Longer for Sale: The Arkansas couple selling the viral black Nike Air Force 1s from Kendrick ...
footwearnews.com/shoes/sneaker-news/black-air-force-1-kendrick-lamar-ebay-explained-1203696561/
Top designers will gather in Detroit this weekend for the National Black Footwear Forum
freep.com/story/money/business/michigan/2024/09/27/black-footwear-forum-returns-to-detroit-showcasing-black-designers/75382169007/
Kendrick Lamar will headline next year's Super Bowl halftime show: The Grammy-winning rapper, who spent this summer topping the charts, previously performed at ...
npr.org/2024/09/08/nx-s1-5105302/kendrick-lamar-superbowl-new-orleans
Quick Glance: Kendrick Lamar to Headline the 2025 Super Bowl Show
- Kendrick Lamar is scheduled to perform at the Super Bowl in New Orleans in February 2025.
- This will be his first time headlining after participating in the event back in 2022.
- The performance comes after a successful year highlighted by the hit 'Not Like Us' amid a feud with Drake.
- Lamar is recognized as a remarkable artist with a profound cultural impact.
Lil Wayne says Super Bowl Halftime show snub 'broke me': Lil Wayne says he was 'hurt' and 'broken' after being passed up in favor of Kendrick Lamar to headline ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2024-09-13/lil-wayne-super-bowl-halftime-snub-kendrick-lamar-new-orleans
Quick Glance: Lil Wayne's Heartbreak Over Super Bowl Halftime Snub
- Lil Wayne expressed his hurt over being passed over for the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show in New Orleans in favor of Kendrick Lamar.
- He conveyed gratitude for the support from fans and fellow artists who rallied behind him after the announcement.
- Wayne took responsibility for his expectations, admitting the snub deeply affected him emotionally.
- Despite the disappointment, he is focusing on personal growth and remains hopeful for a potential surprise appearance during the Halftime Show.
Taylor Swift Name-Dropped Travis Kelce As “My Boyfriend” in Her VMAs Speech: "Everything this man touches turns to happiness, fun, and magic."
harpersbazaar.com/celebrity/latest/a62166137/taylor-swift-shouts-out-travis-kelce-speech-vmas-2024/
Quick Glance: Taylor Swift and Post Malone Shine at VMAs
- Taylor Swift won seven awards at the MTV Video Music Awards, tying Beyoncé's record.
- Her Video of the Year, 'Fortnight,' features a stark psychiatric hospital setting that reflects her artistic vision.
- Swift praised Post Malone as talented and thanked her boyfriend Travis Kelce during her acceptance speech.
- Chappell Roan was named Best New Artist and dedicated her award to drag artists and the LGBTQ+ community.
Kendrick Lamar releases untitled track; song references feud, is first since 'Not Like Us'
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/09/11/kendrick-lamar-new-song-drake-feud/75184840007/
Kendrick Lamar Is Over It: With his latest Instagram-only single, Kendrick enters the terrain of rap's previous generational talents
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/kendrick-lamar-new-song-hip-hop-dead-1235102962/
DiscussingFilm Sep 10
Pharrell Williams reveals he didn’t tell Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg & more that he would be turning them into Lego for ‘PIECE BY PIECE’
“We wanted ... Show more
Kendrick Lamar drops first song since 'Not Like Us': Months after the beef between rappers Kendrick Lamar and Drake seemingly reached a conclusion ...
nbcnews.com/pop-culture/kendrick-lamar-new-song-since-not-like-us-drake-beef-rcna170787
DiscussingFilm Sep 13
First clip of Kendrick Lamar voicing LEGO Kendrick Lamar in the LEGO Pharrell Williams biopic.
Read our review: 'Piece by Piece' Review - Welcome to Pharrell's LEGO World
Nicki Minaj And Others Seemingly Call Out Jay-Z For Picking Kendrick Lamar For Super Bowl Over Lil Wayne: What To Know
forbes.com/sites/ariannajohnson/2024/09/09/nicki-minaj-and-others-seemingly-call-out-jay-z-for-picking-kendrick-lamar-for-super-bowl-over-lil-wayne-what-to-know/
Kendrick Lamar Drops Surprise Song, Ponders If It’s ‘Time to Watch the Party Die’
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/kendrick-lamar-new-song-time-to-watch-the-party-die-1235100366/
Liam Gallagher sends fans into frenzy as he responds to Oasis Super Bowl rumours: Oasis star Liam Gallagher responded to the rumours that the iconic band could ...
mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/liam-gallagher-sends-fans-meltdown-33669617
Megan Thee Stallion, Kendrick Lamar, Drake Lead 2024 BET Hip-Hop Awards Nominations
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/2024-bet-hip-hop-awards-nominations-1235105824/
Kendrick Lamar Drops First New Song Since 'Not Like Us': Kendrick Lamar has released his first new song since his massively successful summer hit 'Not Like ...
variety.com/2024/music/news/kendrick-lamar-drops-first-song-since-not-like-us-1236141721/
How Drake Lost the Plot: Brady Brickner-Wood on how, post his beef with Kendrick Lamar, the rapper has tried to stage a comeback with the low-tech data-dump site ...
newyorker.com/culture/the-lede/how-drake-lost-the-plot
Here's every Super Bowl halftime performer by year as Kendrick Lamar is tapped for 2025
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/09/08/super-bowl-halftime-show-every-performer-by-year/75134007007/
Kendrick Lamar Is The 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show Headliner. End Of Discussion.
huffpost.com/entry/super-bowl-halftime-show-2025-kendrick-lamar-lil-wayne_n_66e099cce4b03060cae3d3ed
Rap megastar Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show: Kendrick Lamar will pop out on the NFL’s biggest stage next year: The Grammy winner ...
richmond.com/life-entertainment/nation-world/music/super-bowl-2025-halftime-show-kendrick-lamar-new-orleans/article_55a76ddd-1866-5e30-98c1-f5856d53ddd8.html
DiscussingFilm Aug 29
Kendrick Lamar and Snoop Dogg in the LEGO Pharrell Williams biopic
In theaters on October 11.
Super Bowl Halftime Show producer Jesse Collins: “We love [Lil] Wayne. There’s always Vegas odds on who’s going to get to perform it ... Show more
Kendrick Lamar to headline 2025 Super Bowl half-time show: One of rap's biggest stars will headline next year's Super Bowl half-time show ...
euronews.com/culture/2024/09/09/kendrick-lamar-to-headline-2025-super-bowl-half-time-show
Kendrick’s New Song Takes Aim at Hip-hop Influencers: Kendrick’s latest song takes aim at a new target: the hip-hop influencers pushing propaganda to their ...
vulture.com/article/kendrick-time-to-watch-the-party-die-review.html
ICYMI: Kendrick Lamar to headline 2025 Super Bowl halftime show, new Linkin Park singer apologises
abc.net.au/news/2024-09-09/icymi-kendrick-lamar-superbowl-linkin-park-new-singer-apology/104327470
Best New Music This Week: The Weeknd, Monaleo, Kendrick Lamar And More: Today’s list includes a collaboration between Joey Bada$$ and Chlöe titled “Tell Me ...
essence.com/gallery/new-music-the-weeknd-monaleo-kendrick-lamar/
Doechii Reigns Supreme on ‘Alligator Bites Never Heal’: Doechii's ‘Alligator Bites Never Heal' Review
rollingstone.com/music/music-album-reviews/doechii-lligator-bites-never-heal-review-1235092081/
Doechii is too big for your small screen: Viral stardom is often a prison — but on the dazzling and frequently hilarious Alligator Bites Never Heal ...
npr.org/2024/09/05/g-s1-20309/doechii-alligator-bites-never-heal-review
TikTok unveils the songs of the summer, from 'Million Dollar Baby' to 'Not Like Us'
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2024/08/20/tiktok-songs-of-the-summer-ranking/74880138007/
Pharrell Williams explains how he brought in big names such as Kendrick Lamar and Jay-Z to #PiecebyPiece , which uses Lego animation. | Variety TIFF Studio
2024 BET Hip Hop Awards: Odumodublvck, Burna Boy bag nominations (FULL NOMINEE LIST)
premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/music/736285-2024-bet-hip-hop-awards-odumodublvck-burna-boy-bag-nominations-full-nominee-list.html
The best second albums that beat the second album curse: Pressure for a big follow-up? Radiohead, Kendrick Lamar, Amy Winehouse and others just shrugged it off
gq-magazine.co.uk/article/best-second-albums
'California Love' to 'Texas Hold 'Em': DNC honors each state with unique songs: The DNC delegate roll call was nothing short of a dance party as DJ Cassidy ...
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/08/20/dnc-delegates-rollcall-state-songs/74881321007/
The second night of Democratic National Convention turned a bit of business into a party.
For the convention roll call, each state announced how many ... Show more
DiscussingFilm Aug 07
Claptrap dances to Kendrick Lamar’s "Not Like Us" at the ‘BORDERLANDS’ afterparty.
Haley Joel Osment Reacts To Kendrick Lamar Referencing Him In Drake Diss: Lamar referenced Osment's appearances in the films "The Sixth Sense" and "A.I ...
huffpost.com/entry/haley-joel-osment-reaction-kendrick-drake-diss_n_66bb54f2e4b04b3eb2527234
NFL: He announced it himself - | Mega-star performs at the Super Bowl: Shortly after the start of the season, the NFL dropped a real bombshell! All eyes are ...
derwesten.de/sport/sportmix/nfl-super-bowl-halftime-kendrick-lamar-id301129058.html
Visiting Saints Fans Had a Parade Outside Stadium After Beating Dallas: Mardi Gras hit Dallas when the Saints beat the Cowboys.
si.com/nfl/saints-fans-parade-dallas-cowboys-win
Quick Glance: Cowboys Face Serious Challenges After Loss
- The Dallas Cowboys suffered an unexpected defeat against the New Orleans Saints, losing 44-19 in their home opener.
- The team exhibited recurring issues in defense and rushing that had previously surfaced last season.
- Quarterback Dak Prescott delivered solid performances but was forced into two interceptions, struggling to carry the team alone.
- While a quick rebound is possible, the Cowboys must take their evident problems seriously as they face the Baltimore Ravens next week.
Opinion: Denigrating Drake, and Kamala Harris, as 'Not Like Us': When Trump and Vance question Harris' Black identity, it's an uncomfortable echo of Kendrick ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-08-11/kendrick-lamar-drake-hip-hop-kamala-harris-blackness
Mustard on Drake, Kendrick Lamar and the world-stopping 'Not Like Us': The L.A. producer's moment in hip-hop has been a lifetime in the making ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/music/story/2024-08-21/mustard-kendrick-lamar-drake-beef-not-like-us-faith-of-a-mustard-seed
IndieWire Aug 15
Haley Joel Osment on 'The Sixth Sense' Ending and Spoiler Culture: Haley Joel Osment tells IndieWire how there was no "press strategy powwow" to keep ...
indiewire.com/features/interviews/haley-joel-osment-the-sixth-sense-ending-spoiler-culture-1235035950/
The 36 best hip-hop albums for a journey through rap history: From the 80s to now, across artists like Nas, Jay-Z and Kendrick Lamar, these are the best hip-hop ...
gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/article/best-hip-hop-albums
Can Drake Bounce Back?: After a summer defined by Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” The Boy appears to be plotting a return. Will it work?
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/drake-partynextdoor-album-comeback-1235073914/
Why Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Should Get Album of the Year at the Grammys — and Kendrick Lamar Should Get Song of the Year
rollingstone.com/music/music-features/beyonce-cowboy-carter-album-of-year-kendrick-not-like-us-song-of-year-grammys-1235077904/
bovadaff.com Aug 06
Stephen Curry says he’s still team Drake over Kendrick Lamar
“I’m a big Drake guy. I’ve been for a long time. I think obviously you know what it is for the ... Show more
Rich Homie Quan, a hitmaker who helped rap evolve, dies at 34: The Atlanta hip-hop star Rich Homie Quan rose to fame nationally in 2013 with his first hit single ...
npr.org/2024/09/06/nx-s1-5103809/atlanta-rapper-rich-homie-quan-has-died-from-unknown-causes
Quick Glance: Rich Homie Quan Passes Away at 34, Music Community Mourns
- Rich Homie Quan, the acclaimed rapper, has died at 34, according to his family.
- Born Dequantes Devontay Lamar, he passed away at his Atlanta home, with the cause of death unconfirmed.
- He gained fame with hits like 'Type of Way' and 'Lifestyle,' earning respect from fans and fellow artists alike.
- Quan was known for his distinctive style and was scheduled to perform at Wild 'N Out Live on September 19.
Michael Rubin Confirms His All-White Party Playlist Was a ‘Not Like Us’-Free Safe Space for Drake
rollingstone.com/music/music-news/michael-rubin-banned-not-like-us-white-party-drake-1235080260/
Taylor Swift Sounwave 12th Album Fan Theory: Jack Antonoff posted a new photo of Taylor Swift in the studio with producer Sounwave, which has led fans to believe ...
nylon.com/entertainment/taylor-swift-photo-album-12-tease
IndyStar football preseason Super Team: Meet 2024's top defensive gamewreckers: The Indiana high school football season kicks off next Friday, and these ...
indystar.com/story/sports/high-school/all-usa/2024/08/14/indiana-high-school-football-2024-indystar-preseason-super-team-defense-ihsaa-top-players/73924504007/
‘This journey has been about staying true to myself’ — Afrobeats star DT Brown reflects on industry challenges
timeslive.co.za/tshisa-live/tshisa-live/2024-09-18-this-journey-has-been-about-staying-true-to-myself--afrobeats-star-dt-brown-reflects-on-industry-challenges/
50 Cent on Conquering TV, His Beef With Diddy and Why He Brought $3.5M to Our Photo Shoot
hollywoodreporter.com/news/music-news/50-cent-interview-power-diddy-documetary-super-bowl-1235961859/
Where is Super Bowl 2025? Date, location, halftime performer, and more confirmed: Find out where the Super Bowl will be in 2025.
azcentral.com/story/sports/nfl/2024/09/10/super-bowl-2025-location-time-halftime-performer/75161515007/
Video: Mall security guard does 'doughnuts,' plays 'Not Like Us': A security guard was fired after he was captured on video doing 'doughnuts' at Del Amo Fashion ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-08-12/la-security-guard-not-like-us-fired
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