Date of Birth: June 17, 1987
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Kendrick Lamar Duckworth, born on June 17, 1987, is a critically acclaimed American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. Raised in Compton, California, Lamar’s music career began in earnest with the release of his first mixtape, “Youngest Head Nigga in Charge,” in 2003. He gained significant attention with his 2010 mixtape “Overly Dedicated,” and his career skyrocketed with the release of his debut studio album “Section.80” in 2011. Lamar’s subsequent albums, “good kid, m.A.A.d city” (2012), “To Pimp a Butterfly” (2015), and “DAMN.” (2017), have been highly praised for their complex narratives, innovative production, and social commentary. “To Pimp a Butterfly” won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album and was hailed as a groundbreaking work that addresses issues of race, culture, and identity. In 2018, Lamar made history by becoming the first non-classical, non-jazz artist to win the Pulitzer Prize for Music for “DAMN.” Beyond his solo work, Lamar has collaborated with numerous artists across various genres, further cementing his influence in contemporary music. He is known for his introspective and socially conscious lyrics, as well as his versatile rapping style.
5 Interesting Facts about Kendrick Lamar
1. Kendrick Lamar’s album “good kid, m.A.A.d city” is considered a concept album that tells the story of his teenage experiences in Compton.
2. He has been awarded 13 Grammy Awards, making him one of the most celebrated artists of his generation.
3. Lamar is a member of the hip-hop supergroup Black Hippy, alongside fellow TDE artists Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, and Schoolboy Q.
4. His album “To Pimp a Butterfly” features a track titled “Mortal Man,” which includes a fictional interview with the late Tupac Shakur.
5. Kendrick Lamar became the first rapper to win a Pulitzer Prize for Music for his album “DAMN.” in 2018.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kendrick Lamar
1. “The hardest thing for — not only an artist but for anybody to do — is to look themselves in the mirror.”
2. “I’m the closest thing to a preacher that they have.”
3. “We all get distracted, the question is, would you bounce back or bounce backwards?”
4. “If I speak the good into existence, that instant my dreams will unlock.”
5. “Live your life, live it right. Be different, do different things.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Kendrick Lamar’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $75 million.
Children
Kendrick Lamar has one daughter, born in July 2019, with his fiancée Whitney Alford.
Relevant Links
1. [Kendrick Lamar on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kendrick_Lamar
2. [Kendrick Lamar’s Pulitzer Prize win](https://www.pulitzer.org/winners/kendrick-lamar
4. [Kendrick Lamar’s Grammy Awards](https://www.grammy.com/grammys/artists/kendrick-lamar/16442
5. [Kendrick Lamar’s Official Website](https://www.kendricklamar.com
