Switched on Pop Did Kendrick Lamar kill hip-hop?
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Nov 5, 2024 Rihanna Cruz, a producer for Switched On Pop, shares her insights into the recent rap beef between Kendrick Lamar and Drake. She discusses how this rivalry revitalized interest in hip-hop. The conversation delves into Kendrick's controversial statement that the genre might need to 'die' and examines the impact of mumble rap and mainstream challenges. There’s also a focus on the rising influence of women in hip-hop and how current artists are reshaping the sound, showcasing the genre's resilience and evolution in the face of commercialism.
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The Drake-Kendrick Beef
- Drake and Kendrick Lamar engaged in a rap battle spanning several songs.
- Kendrick seemingly won with pointed attacks, culminating in "Not Like Us."
Kendrick's Critique
- Kendrick Lamar released "Watch the Party Die," criticizing mainstream hip-hop's current state.
- He suggests the genre has lost its way and needs to change.
Recurring "Death" of Hip-Hop
- Kendrick Lamar isn't the first to declare hip-hop's death.
- The genre has faced similar pronouncements multiple times throughout its history.
