Kendrick Lamar

Biography:

Kendrick Lamar Duckworth (born June 17, 1987) is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He is regarded as one of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful rappers of his generation. Raised in Compton, California, Lamar embarked on his musical career as a teenager under the stage name K-Dot, releasing a mixtape that garnered local attention and led to his signing with indie record label Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE).

Musical Career:

Lamar's major label debut album, good kid, m.A.A.d city, was released in 2012 to critical acclaim and commercial success. It debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200 and was later certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His critically acclaimed third album To Pimp a Butterfly (2015) was nominated for Album of the Year at the 58th Grammy Awards and won Best Rap Album at the 2016 Grammy Awards.

Influences and Musical Style:

Lamar's musical style is characterized by a wide range of influences, including hip hop, soul, funk, jazz, and spoken word. His music often reflects his personal struggles and experiences growing up in Compton. He has cited 2Pac, Jay-Z, Nas, and Eminem as his primary influences.

Discography:

Studio albums

• Section.80 (2011)
• good kid, m.A.A.d city (2012)
• To Pimp a Butterfly (2015)
• DAMN. (2017)
• Untitled Unmastered (2016)
• Black Panther The Album Music from and Inspired By (2018)

EPs

• The Kendrick Lamar EP (2009)
• Overly Dedicated (2010)
• Untitled Unmastered. (2016)

Compilation albums

• The Best of Kendrick Lamar (2020)

Compilation mixtapes

• C4 (2009)
• Training Day (2011)

Singles

• "Humble" (2017)
• "DNA" (2017)
• "Loyalty" (2017)
• "Love" (2017)
• "All the Stars" (2018)