we dive into the layered artistry of Kendrick Lamar, specifically how he intentionally puts his humanity, duality, and even hypocrisy on display. Some critics love to point out contradictions in Kendrick’s music as if they're accidental, but that misses the point. His flaws aren't hidden, they're highlighted. And while that doesn't excuse actions that go against his own values, it does set a powerful precedent for self-awareness in hip-hop.
We unpack what it means for an artist to openly wrestle with their morals and how Kendrick invites us into that mess on purpose. You don’t have to agree with every message, but pretending the contradictions are blind spots? That’s just lazy listening.
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