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Kendrick Lamar: every song, explained.

4 Kendrick Lamar songs in the archive, from 2010–2023: what each one is about, who wrote it and what it did on the charts. Each entry opens the full explanation.

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Songs explained

2010–2023

Years covered

Hip-Hop

Main genre here

4 songs

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Kendrick Lamar LutherExplore the raw honesty, aspirational dreams, and formative struggles in Kendrick Lamar's unreleased track 'Luther.' Delve into its potent lyrics, thematic… 2010 Kendrick Lamar AlrightDive deep into Kendrick Lamar's 'Alright,' an anthem of hope and resilience. Explore its lyrics, themes of Black empowerment, cultural impact, and its role in… 2015 Kendrick Lamar Not Like UsDive into the powerful narrative, lyrical prowess, and cultural influence of Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us.' Discover its themes, chart success, and impactful… 2023 Kendrick Lamar Squabble UpDive into the intricate layers of Kendrick Lamar's track 'Squabble Up.' Discover its themes, lyrics, and cultural significance in the world of hip-hop. 2023

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About these entries

Every Kendrick Lamar entry sets out what the song is about and where that reading comes from: writing credits, interviews, the record's own history. Where a popular interpretation is wrong, the entry says so and shows the evidence. Missing a song? Suggest it.