Breakfast Club Classic - Kendrick Lamar Talks Overcoming Depression, Responsibility To The Culture

[@stephaniejames4940]

You won Kendrick. West coast appreciates you. Not like us killed it.

[@andrealston3025]

EAST COAST LOVE 💙 HIM TOO HELL THE WORLD LOVES HIM 💙💯cept drake fans I am a grandma and I love him 😍 very proud of him intelligent respectful he is what we needed real life changing in life and HIP HOP BRING IT BACK TO THE REAL RAP JUST WANTED TO THANK HIM 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@andrealston3025]

HE IS LOYAL TO HIS WIFE AND TO HIS GIFT LOVING HIM ❤

[@TheQuietStorm630]

Sure did!

[@itspeak6310]

The way Kendrick speaks to everyone in the room when he answers is really impressive

[@yeezystreetteam]

i dont understand how there can be people who say they listen to hip hop and somehow hate this dude. that shit goofy

[@fashiongal4595]

exactly

[@TheDifferenceCHI]

Nobody hates Kendrick lol read the room gang

[@pedromagallon7536]

He means the Drake Stan's. Or the OVHOES. Or the Certified pdf file.

[@Ungovernable1]

The only ones I’ve met who don’t like Kendrick only listen to YB, Gunna, and other mumble rappers who don’t talk about anything but jewelry, drugs, money and hoes.. oh and the opps.

[@alabamabornball9957]

Only the ones who don't comprehend

[@Khloe-jw8ih]

If it's May 2024, I know why you are here

[@kea768]

😩😩😩

[@deconteeko7446]

😅😅😅

[@DionnaHayden]

😂😂😂

[@jonathangregory2792]

Been here before but yeah I know why I'm back 😂

[@deconteeko7446]

@@jonathangregory2792 😂😂😂😂

[@LarryXLR]

Kendrick got that organic coffee commercial voice. Smooth, calm and refreshing

[@brianmath393]

Nah charlamagne sounds better

[@Lily-gs9iv]

❤

[@Lily-gs9iv]

@@brianmath393eww

[@Ballztodawall]

​@@brianmath393 Charlamagne sounds like he's always hiding something

[@mewnboy]

I love this

[@AbnormalJustice]

I love his speaking voice.

[@miraclealigner8140]

same

[@nobodylikemylordjesus]

AbnormalJustice It's so soothing

[@lorealrisien1436]

AbnormalJustice makes me wet

[@ColdSoul5150]

His voice is the biggest appeal to his music. You can develop and imitate rap skills but that voice is natural.

[@journeybeyondthesea]

AbnormalJustice same

[@jcr1382]

This is why Drake needs to show respect to this man. He lives the life and not pretending to be something he’s not. He’s not perfect, but he’s on the journey.

[@AIW9992]

I think this is smelling salts for all rappers, and all of us are waiting for some good Sh*** to come out of this, not for wanting division, just good F***cking hip hop, to revive one essential part of hip hop. I dont think everyone has to meet every benchmark, but SHEEESH!!!!!!!! the ones that do.......UNREAL

[@philthomas4187]

Kendrick seems like such a great person. Total role model. Like when they make a dig on someone, even jokingly, he doesn't judge them, like he'll laugh a little bit so they aren't feeling weird, and then follows it up with a compliment about that person. Even when he's talking about Ferguson and people's reaction, he doesn't seem angry, he just seems sad. That's a level of emotional intelligence that most people just don't reach.

[@marshey1579]

Some people just born wit it

[@yirmeyahisrael174]

It's his connection with God. With all due respect to Kendrick because he's a wise man, but all his wisdom and self restraint comes from God thats why he talks about him so much in his music.

[@vixrincon91]

Phil Thomas w

[@danielx8]

Korea

[@torfgorb7096]

Yirmeyah Israel Preach my dude

[@dhqbrandi]

Who's here after Not like us

[@VD-ky2ft]

Me. Always loved kendrick but never dove deep into his character. The dude is awesome

[@oldskoollessons]

me

[@NativeKey]

💯

[@osan.o3253]

Me from the UK

[@ingridhollis6249]

Gotta always support Kendrick Lamar

[@acb21ora]

Lol the ones who be sayin he to "preachy," be the main ones that need to be preached to.

[@wesleycristman3278]

Austin Barnes Lol exactly....Niggas love mediocrity

[@torfgorb7096]

Austin Barnes Preach brotha

[@wm_9640]

That’s right. People love avoiding the truth. It’s a tough pill to swallow.

[@blairmalfara6990]

The reception to this album was almost perfect... I think that was thaGod's way of trying to stir up stuff haha.... Classic stuff

[@PlaceboZypresse]

If Kdot aint preachin shit to you thats how u kno youre smart.

[@gisellegarcia1104]

Kendrick’s smile is everything !

[@mrs.spicer]

In true Gemini fashion.

[@happygucci5094]

He fine as Fuk😩🥹😍🥰

[@friyeamen9579]

​@@happygucci5094 & Cúte too👀🍬😍

[@justinechipampe3999]

Corny

[@naaimshareef]

A lot of women love intelligent, mature & well spoken (or intelligent speaking) men plus when they see that guy being good looking.

[@tnicoletnicole]

The conversation about him being a GOAT back then is pretty funny to listen to now because he definitely worked his way to the title.

[@wu71624]

On god

[@nikkiland]

I want a whole audio book read by him 🥺

[@candidooliveira2182]

Fr, listening to tpab him reciting his poem is amazing

[@debrah_dante2939]

@Vivaan Creed 😅😅😅😅😅✋

[@deteder]

@@debrah_dante2939 does it work?

[@johnwayne3566]

He made one it’s called “good kid mad city” 😁

[@nemaangie9794]

Right his voice is so soothing 😭

[@Ratchet98]

I could listen to Kendrick talk about random stuff all day

[@IMKEVPACK]

Ben Thompson same with j.cole

[@jessicaellis1027]

Me2

[@jessicaellis1027]

Yessz

[@jordanwebster1728]

home9dog2blue you too for being here listening

[@ezye622]

Lol hell na

[@Centure120]

This is a real human here. Someone that can acknowledge his flaws, be humble, and have the most confidence ever! He’s also the greatest rapper ever

[@pamylams6540]

My friends and I are over 60, and we love you Kendrick.

[@lorenadavenport9519]

Me too

[@miac405]

@@lorenadavenport9519 same me too … very lyrical…poetic….introspective

[@RUGAREGG]

Charlemagne's skin tone determines how old the video is lol.

[@larry4632]

Ruggareggfilms facts 😂😂😂

[@kimberlybossie1023]

Ruggareggfilms BAHAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!' Wit his fishy ass....😜

[@merlindsbest]

Ruggareggfilms 😂😂😂😂😂

[@pla4825]

Ruggareggfilms it's funny but it's hella true that's how I know if the interview is hella old or not 🤣

[@thevibestation5174]

Who remembers when he looked like oj simpson's shadow

[@destinyclayton5945]

He so humble and speaks so pleasantly..

[@axisfifa959]

lol humble

[@Darknight526]

@@axisfifa959 Sitting Down while typing this.

[@whogoncutdagrass41]

Destiny Clayton yes!😂

[@butterflylovenj7300]

IKR. He seems like a sweetie pie.

[@quadraticcucumber3137]

Yea cause he sat down

[@Kiddoffy]

Every single kendrick album is a classic i dont care what yall say

[@teegee7445]

nah

[@stefan_4508]

yeah

[@geraldworldwide23]

Tommy Gibinson which one isn’t?

[@ammadawg1766]

Gerald damn isnt a classic

[@OxtailLoMein]

@@ammadawg1766 fax I'm a die hard Kendrick Lamar fan, but I'll admit damn was a bit overrated. If it was made by another artist they would call it trash, but since its Kendrick the people are gonna treat it way differently when they hear a album is made by Kendrick, instead of a random

[@Greystorm1619]

I just looked up his fiancée who’s been with him since high school, and she is not only absolutely stunningly beautiful, but has stuck by Kendrick for a long time and they are best friends. Just... I love healthy relationships and keeping it private seems like the right choice, just to honor something precious like that and keep themselves grounded.

[@222333aaaaaa]

That’s bc Kendrick is a true blessing, not only to hip hop, but to humanity. So shockingly humble and unassuming, given his preternatural talent

[@SymphonyTaylor]

Exactly! She’s naturally beautiful and she’s definitely not like how these females are now days you feel me? They’re both blessed to have each other it’s so beautiful ! Plus having a lil family of their own now it’s trulyyyyy a blessing 💖

[@BluEx22329]

@@SymphonyTaylor lots of women are upset with Kendrick for being with her cuz of skin tone :(

[@rubyreduxx]

@@BluEx22329 where? I've never really seen that 🤔 A lot of women want kendrick so I could understand hem being mad he has a women period but her skin tone? Nah

[@browner4561]

He talks about sleeping with multiple women all the time

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

Pac would be so proud of Kendrick

[@johnsondailysports1341]

Facts

[@aerobertson]

Absolutely

[@ramonstanley9406]

2pac was a plant watch 2pac hoax chapter 21

[@zzzistyE]

@@ramonstanley9406 be quiet, you aren’t woke

[@deniseeugene1852]

I agree

[@lorettathomas9701]

I am fifty years old and I admire Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole and others like them. I told my daughter I'm from the old school rap, and the rappers now having nothing to say but about Bitches, hoes, money, and killing. My daughter says true Mama but listen to Kendrick Lamar and I have loved his music and J. Cole every since. I like when someone trying to put out a message for our people. I Love my Black People we need to be united in Love and Grow as a People.

[@xItzBlizzy-]

Loretta Thomas I love you grandma. Keep enlightening ur daughter and these young kids about real music I’m a youngin myself 19 yrs old and I love old school from slick rick to rakim to Nas to big L to KRS one and whole lot more 💯

[@shutupdodo3686]

Loretta Thomas shut up

[@stagger9660]

@@shutupdodo3686 why?

[@shutupdodo3686]

Nick old school rappers talked about the same crap

[@buttercuffels8608]

Go looks at j coles and lil pumps interview

[@brittneesanders9632]

To Pimp A Butterfly is literally my favorite album of all time. When I first got it, I used to play the cd in my Chevy Cobalt everyday lol no skips! I knew it was a classic. I listened to it last week and it was extremely nostalgia of the time I was in. I learned something new about it last week. And “These Walls” was my favorite song!!!!! I used to repeat that song ALL THE TIME❤ LOVE KENDRICK

[@IWAC2013]

What did you learn that was new? And TPAB has to be one of the greatest albums ever made. Period.

[@Floglo]

His voice is so soothing, sounds like a warm hug

[@MarcelRecasens]

I love these comparisons, very poetic

[@blxckbugsbunny2591]

He’s got a morning voice for his everyday voice😊

[@milehighmixes6355]

We need a Kendrick Siri Also that was exactly what I was thinking but I didnt want to say it lol

[@jdebrain]

"Sounds like a warm hug"... You super smooth for this one 👌

[@Kirra713]

His voice is therapeutic.

[@brianmath393]

What about Chalamagne

[@Just-me-Tonia]

I love Kendrick…I’m here in 2024. Yes, I’m a huge fan, I can listen to him speak all day and night. Knowledge is power and he’s powerful ❤

[@tax5209]

Who's still watching even though it's a throwback 💎

[@Sliqq]

not me, I turnt this shit right off.. thought this was a new interview, I been seen this one

[@onespicywing526]

Kung Fu Kenny me I've seen it 5 times Ima still watch it kdot is the goat🐐💯

[@LordHarlyquinn]

This man is just something Else

[@Kennizi]

Still watching

[@onlyabudi]

I watching this movie

[@aarondroy]

Ken Lamar is still the best of the current generation. He is a true artist not a reality star. He seems like he's always in the creative process and that's probably why he's not doing tons of interviews. He is a man who spends a lot of time thinking and chooses his words carefully when he speaks. Mad love and respect.

[@imethannn-5709]

Aaron Befus Ken lamar? You mean kendrick lamar

[@vinsmoke2865]

King Joker Boy if you don’t get

[@JamaleLaVon]

Fact

[@Rachiraee]

A beautiful soul. A poet, an artist, the Greatest Rapper Alive....

[@Tionaintown876]

Kendrick is so adorable! I have nothing but respect for this man and his craft

[@KatlegoMasego]

Who's still watching in 2019?

[@jwill9420]

yerrr

[@alexjimenez6525]

👋

[@titan3010]

He da goat

[@SidsMexicali]

🐐

[@deemann1976]

Moi

[@missycolson4137]

I love Kendrick you can tell he loves his people and what he does. It’s beautiful to see

[@74tilitblow71]

I love how he said about Killer Mike, “he’s gonna continue to do it too” and he had a phenomenal album this year.

[@gavinswearingen6492]

The real ones know. It's a small group though

[@lindseythurman9847]

Yes!! Kids take the words said by their favorite artists very seriously! I love how he acknowledges this and respects that shit!! Love Kendrick!! #goat

[@dorisnoel7815]

Kendrick is a very special man. He graduated with a 3.9 and he's a Pulitzer Prize winner! He's a Unicorn! ❤

[@thedodoberd]

I tried to google the equivalent of that in south africa. Is the 3.9 good or bad? Sorry if dumb question

[@Antartaca]

@@thedodoberdit’s very good. For most students the maximum gpa is 4.0 unless taking advanced classes

[@andshawar316]

It was 4.0 gpa

[@Skylarrfayee]

He was right, 5 years later and I’m still listening to Good kid maad city and To pimp a butterfly

[@TPlocks]

Euphoria brought me back in 2024.

[@TheDifferenceCHI]

Drake brought u back

[@kadeemsahpeak7403]

​@@TheDifferenceCHI👀

[@arwash6969]

This is why I respect his pen and personality ❤🔥 so intelligent!!!

[@malikkrobinson1756]

" i dont expect nothing, i just put the music out" love that statement, its always great to never have expectations or you will get let down.

[@CullenCochran]

can’t believe that’s his actual voice. dude’s undeniable

[@freshwoman2009]

i know this is really old but it just makes me feel good knowing j. cole and Kendrick talk on the regular

[@enk4s3d77]

This man is revolutionary. Old soul. I'm 37 years old, and dudes like Kendrick are crazy rare. I'm a lifelong music addict, and his music and words are timeless, and his stance in America is absolutely essential. Pay attention young men. This ain't just a rapper, he's a fucking well spoken, cool, and collected man. We need more of them.

[@eLkO187]

I couldn’t agree with you more. We don’t get many Kendrick’s in our lifetime. We’re blessed to have individuals like this that all men and women can learn from.

[@sheriece05ify]

I’m 36 now and I agree. My only drawback I have with him is he doesn’t build for his community like Nip did. I love Kendrick but he needs to actually DO things in the community than just talking about social issues.

[@kadeemsahpeak7403]

He does a lot without showcasing🤷🏿‍♂️

[@miraclealigner8140]

he's so humble and intelligent

[@journeybeyondthesea]

miracle aligner ikr 🌹

[@milescrawford5033]

K-Dot- Grimy and Aggressive Kendrick Lamar- Chill

[@PRESTIGIOUSTHEBOSS88]

I Really Miss Kendrick ❤️ Whose Here In 2019

[@thedon0516]

It's been over 2 years since DAMN. Hopefully we'll get something in 2020. I Hope, Lol.

[@davidkirivita2918]

Pause 🙌🏿

[@avzarathustra6164]

@@davidkirivita2918 No pause 🙌

[@robinvolpi]

@@thedon0516 He's supposedly releasing a Rock inspired album, next, according to Rolling Stone

[@thedon0516]

@@robinvolpi This year??? There's so many TDE artists confirmed for 2020. ScHoolboy Q, Isaiah Rashad, Reason, & SZA all dropping this year. And then Ab Soul hasn't dropped in nearly 4 years but he's working on his album as well

[@TuAmorCheyenne]

K Dot is a different breed! A man who thinks before he speaks; speaks so eloquently and ever so humble. Forever my guy!!

[@Not_So_Super_Mario]

damn, even the coolest dudes can fall into depression

[@RawCultureReport]

Mario Montes Ya its real

[@sungco7]

It's always the more intelligent who are more susceptible to depression

[@antoniosantiago22]

sangchujuice that shit is definitely true.

[@NurZindagi2012]

you better preach sangchujuice

[@AerForz1]

Because material things can't keep thinkers and intellectuals happy.

[@EJProductionsLLC]

the respect Kendrick has with Tupac shows why he got a flawless victory against drake

[@kadeemsahpeak7403]

🥋🎤

[@ubhutiontsundu6329]

"i make music for people in the prison system and college kids coz they got nothing else but time" understood from a college student

[@jaythademon4895]

“I couldn’t do no tours, no awards, I was focused on the deadline” dedicated and that’s the thing I like about Kendrick he always gets the job finished!

[@traceatroj240]

Me smiling hearing Kendrick speak.... Why doesn't he do more interviews? He has an amazing voice

[@kikudagriffin8363]

'I don't expect nothin', I just put the music out' - GOAT

[@IggysLoudmouthPodcast]

Listening to this interview now after this summer run is so prophetic. We are watching the 🐐

[@MoBettaCoo]

16:50 I predicted this back in 2015. I told my friends who disliked Butterfly that in a year or more, they were gonna love this album and what happened... It took my one friend 1 year to love this album and the rest of my friends almost 4 years to appreciate. Classic albums take time to grow

[@francisgv4088]

ryan gilliam everyone is different I loved it the first time I heard it man. The real know

[@micperez819]

I still don't feel it. I like all Kendricks other albums though

[@ccoww]

@@micperez819 this is me man, I love everything k dot touches but TPAB isn’t my favorite. Gkmc is better tbh

[@surpiers]

@@ccoww yeah TPAB is sort of an acquired taste. It’s a more dense album with so many underlying meanings. I had the same problem with TPAB, but I just listened to all of those songs independently, and the more you do so, the more it makes sense. I started with Alright, and then i, u, Institutionalized, and so on and so on. It works with a lot of very dense albums. The average person can’t pick up even 30% of albums like that on the first listen.

[@seanarmstrong6971]

People don’t feel the jazz vibes, even though it comes from our roots

[@tayalashae8772]

the fact that im able to sit here and watch this shows how great Kendricks mind really is. i never watch TBC 😂🤣

[@WhoIsMLC4]

Being a fan and looking back at what Kendrick has been through to become one of the top artist in this industry is amazing. He literally resonates with his fans through music and continues to grow individually as a person who I respect and admire.

[@Dottman56]

Literally

[@brandonclevelandjacobs282]

Charlamagne like " So when you met Pac in Cuba..." lmaooo

[@brittneesanders9632]

It’s funny how he said his favorite songs were Momma and These Walls because those are mine!!! They are a vibe!!! And make me feel something. Reading the lyrics years later just makes this album so much deeper and revealing. KDOT is a true poet and visionary

[@basicbase749]

He is high-key cute😭 and he is above all the media industry validation. I will listen to him every time he speaks something. 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 n all his songs

[@shellyhunt4910]

Yes

[@alijoy1721]

I genuinely could listen to him speak forever and be content

[@williamabe939]

You can tell how good a rapper is by how well they answer interview questions

[@daempresssqueen]

I don't know why , 😂 but when i look at kendrick all i hear is " what is it the braids?" 😂

[@kasia3825]

I can imagine that fr😂

[@sheischic77]

😁

[@mellbox20]

*Every time he talks you can hear the realness in his voice* 👌

[@katiaorgiana4135]

And it's soothing the soul

[@mikaylalemons264]

His voice is very satisfying to me😁

[@banitoblake8207]

Intellect and Wisdom. The main ingredients for a meaningful life.

[@dynadushi]

Didnt think i could love him even more

[@danielguerrero3203]

Kendrick is the reason why hip hop still alive #facts

[@meehguee]

Daniel Guerrero nope

[@AJ_Preme]

meehguee yes thats true todays rap is garbage

[@meehguee]

Aaron Dugger nope

[@AJ_Preme]

meehguee you must be a yachty fan huh?

[@stephenprzepiora6726]

Aaron Dugger Kendrick not the only reason tho, earl? Cole? Joey? Those four were all shouted out by a tribe as well 🧐 also Flatbush zombies, Vince Staples, P.E in genreal, then underachievers, black hippy, you stupid.

[@tinaeross]

This man is truly here for the art...mad respect Kendrick 🙏🏾

[@RawNoLimits]

This interview is classic because at the time this dude just came off dropping one of the most important albums of the decade

[@__tyrone_]

🙌🏾🙌🏾One of the most important albums of all time*

[@imjustsayingthetruth8998]

Who already been hip to Kendrick being a beast before this drake beef?

[@ramonafortson]

He was my favorite rapper before the beef

[@daisharadcliffe1]

Back here after gnx !

[@kizziemarie3281]

I'm witcha wen u right 😍😍 K- dot

[@GracefullyMe82]

His voice is so valuable, so much respect to him ❤️👑🔥

[@journeybeyondthesea]

I love what he stands for. His voice is is so calming and his music has a lot of meaning. He’s one of the only good rappers alive rn ❤️✊🏾

[@thomasanderson468]

Along with Cole, Big KRIT

[@easymoneybabyyy]

There’s so many good rappers alive, you just haven’t listened enough

[@switzonthegreat]

Who's here after watching or being at The Pop Out "Ken & Friends" Juneteenth 2024 listening party?

[@tanaarcher3258]

This mans spirit is just beautiful :)

[@robertperez9808]

I look at Kendrick in this period and his look....the look in his eyes, the expression on his face, the way he speaks, the energy he gives and it reminds me of my brother who has schizoaffective disorder and it makes me wonder if what Kendrick says in the beginning of The Blacker the Berry is true "It's such a shame they may call me crazy, They may say I suffer from schizophrenia or something, but homie you made me"

[@melissarussell7514]

Its 2020 and Kendrick Lamar is still on top. Kendrick is a true artist and he is true to himself and does not let the industry use him as a puppet. He is a true Musician..he hasn't let his music take a back seat to his lifestyle like many rappers have!

[@KristyLoveMedia2]

5 years later and I love this man more then before. He is so humble, intelligent and full of wisdom. ❤

[@STEINYY]

Kendrick got such a beautiful spirit man!

[@castrosibo6091]

Rich spirit

[@chrayahobbs8971]

Y’all need to bring Kendrick Lamar on the show in 2024 please like this Man has not done any recent interviews in the past two years 😂😂😂 I’ve been searching like I see small clips, but I need an up-to-date video

[@shontelpatterson6995]

I love his smile AND the way he talk!!

[@Quashaun23]

Kendrick Lamar is definitely one of the coolest rappers in the game.

[@kismeteats682]

I like what he stands for

[@RobertoMtzClips]

Stand for something or fall for anything

[@simeontaylor2227]

Most influential album of our generation man . Genius !!

[@dannysipos]

Its almost 2020 and I'm still waiting on that Kendrick & Cole album!!

[@sultan6178]

I give you MY RESPECT kendrick you the greatest and the most humble rapper that i ever seen ..

[@d.eliiii]

It's May 2021 and I was just listening to good kid m.A.A.d city the other day and my God yes, his music holds up. Kendrick tells stories. Each song is part of a bigger picture. That's what makes him so fascinating to listen to. We all wanna hear what he has to say. Every single album of his is great imo. Can't wait for the next album. Whenever that is because I'll wait forever if I have to 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@emancipation9876]

You didn’t have to wait forever 😌he just dropped another classic

[@rumplestilskin8068]

Today is 11 November 2024. If u are here please notify us. Respect

[@kadeemsahpeak7403]

🗣️💨🐲🔥

[@bowenriedy6511]

This is why hes my favorite artist, excited for his album tonight!!

[@MicaMonroe69]

His voice is sooooo calming 😩

[@Jjley2715]

This young man has a Godly spirit, people should allow him to be him, even for his young eyes. You continue to do your work Kendrick Lamar.🎼😇

[@RyanLeary1]

Kendrick is such a well spoken guy

[@brentbasti5297]

The more i watch him speak to more i love him

[@PiercetheGR8]

Here I am breathing in Kendrick Lamar in 2024? Anyone else?

[@Tionaintown876]

Yep for days!

[@charnieceharris5213]

Me!!!

[@soniarose7789]

Kendrick’s voice is Smooth Zen.❤

[@1demelmf]

This is why he's my favorite artist ever.

[@angelofwrath8197]

"Malcolm X , Martin Luther King , Jesus Christ" Wise Man

[@kyliankrypto2782]

The 2 greatest rap albums of all time are both written by this man.

[@Noone_696]

You know when people talk about cool kids...Kendrick Lamar is the original definition of COOL. He's just so damn real.

[@seraphinjj2012]

This guy is so intelligent and full of wisdom too.

[@TheHarper07]

love that he is super calm i have never watched a interview with him