Kendrick Lamar has once again proven why he’s a master of the unexpected. Without any prior notice, the California rapper dropped his sixth studio album, GNX. Featuring 12 tracks spanning just over 44 minutes, the album includes collaborations with SZA, Kamasi Washington, and Mexican artist Deyra. While rumors of Taylor Swift making an appearance were false, her producer Jack Antonoff worked on nearly all the tracks.
GNX showcases Lamar’s lyrical brilliance and versatility, cementing his place as one of the most streamed artists worldwide, boasting 60.7 million Spotify listeners. His accolades include multiple Grammys and a Pulitzer Prize for Music, and this latest release adds even more excitement to his career.
The timing is perfect as Lamar recently earned seven Grammy nominations, including five for his fiery Drake diss track, Not Like Us. February promises to be a monumental month for the rapper, with the Grammys and his highly anticipated Super Bowl halftime performance in New Orleans.
Adding fuel to the fire, Lamar addresses his Super Bowl controversy with Lil Wayne and his feud with Drake on GNX’s opening track, wacced out murals. While the shots at Drake are subtle, the tension between the two remains palpable.
