You can literally hear the influence of Pac in his music in general, not just this song, while still remaining original to himself. Kendrick is a lyrical genius man.
Holy shit I just got cold chills - in reincarnated he IS rapping as Tupac - it’s a Tupac flow over a Tupac beat and it’s telling the story of artists that faced struggle - John Lee Hooker Dinah Washington Kendrick Lamar He doesn’t say Tupac because he is Tupac. The soul of the artist travels between bodies - “my present life is Kendrick Lamar” But the voice telling the story is Pac. I believe this.
He made it clear at the end "I rewrote the devil’s story to take the power back” He’s identifying himself to Lucifer, the fallen angel from the heaven. That’s why the God in this song is talking to him like Dot’s been with him before he went down to earth for hundreds of reincarnation. I think this makes a such brilliant narrative turn in his discography if you recall For Sale from TPAB. He depicted Lucifer as a seducing and manipulative force in his life, and now he’s trying to make a peace even with Lucy by understanding him through storytelling. I guess life really is about perspective. This song may change my life.
The back and forward correspondence with God is more likely inspired by DMX's "Ready to Meet Him" where he talks to God. DMX also had other songs that used the same concept such a "Damein", "Stop Being Greedy", and so on. And the raw vocals and aggression ("Hellrazor", "Death Around the Corner" third verse, "My Closest Roaddogz OG", "Life So Hard" from Gang Related OST, "All Out", "Hell 4 a Hustler" etc.) is the other thing besides the beat ("Made Niggaz") and flow that he's taken from 'Pac for the song.
its a pac rhythm and flow. Pac came to kdot ina dream he seems himselves as a reincarnated pac. The perfect way to pay homage to legend better than using AI to reproduce him.
1st person was John Lee Hooker 2nd person Billie Holiday This is amazing because if we go back to a 2pac song he mentions her as well on thugs mansion. “Then some lady named Billie holiday sang sitting there kickin it with Malcom til the day came”
Not gonna lie bro you should’ve never rushed through this reaction. This song deserves more you really didn’t dissect it. Song had nothing to do with drake bro.. at all don’t get lost in the beef sauce. This real lyrical story telling on the highest of highest levels he didn’t have to drop a album this track alone is Art
This is the story of Lucifer, the fallen angel known for his beauty and musical talent, cast out of heaven due to his pride and rebellion. Kendrick references the spirit of Lucifer as a metaphor for pride and temptation, describing it as a corrupting force that moves from musical genius to musical genius, embodying humanity’s ongoing moral struggles.
Dropped on 11/22. Both Master numbers in numerology. 1122 is considered an angel number. Revelation 22:11 “Let the evildoer still do evil, and the filthy still be filthy, and the righteous still do right, and the holy still be holy”
He's definitely into numerology and astrology, He knows when you drop an album and stay in still.. I did a numerology profile kendrick before the beef Drakee.. I read his life path, and the snakes he would have to watch.. He's being a called to a higher purpose. IT'S IN HIS CHART.. He's legit Thanos out here and has the ability to move into the spiritual world, he has a strong connection. I knew something was brewing. I'm glad picked up his energy
This song brought back so many memories listening to it for the first time. Then the melody kicks in on the last verse brought a tear to my eyes. Didn't think it could get any better. Rest in peace Pac hope you're proud of
This is a type of literary device known as Antithesis. He's not talking about himself. The central theme of this album is a holy war against enemies of hipop culture and black songs like blues. Hes describing three people like Drake who had power in the past but abused it or gambled or used drugs and led to their destruction. Whitney houston/Billie Holoday could be the second black lady. He's implying Drake is a reincarnation of that same idea (the three people). He's describing the reincarnation of an idea that could lead to the death of hipop and black music in general. Like we have sexy red and ems because of degeneracy of black music. He then goes on to open a dialogue with God to make a plea to God to know if he did it right and has the right to bring judgment to the people he wants to destroy. But God says he's prideful and loves war and that those three people are a version of him. Therefore, humbling him and bringing him to life (carnated)
Breaking Down Kendrick Lamar - Reincarnated The song begins with a Tupac sample, and Kendrick channels his cadence. However, the story isn’t told from Tupac’s perspective. Kendrick references "past life regressions," a hypnosis practice he personally underwent to recall memories of past lives. Through the track, he explores three different lives: 1. A blues guitarist who dies wealthy and content but without giving back to the world. 2. A troubled female vocalist battling addiction (some interpret as Billie Holiday or Whitney Houston, but that’s not the focus). 3. Himself, Kendrick Lamar. He also cites Isaiah 14:12, likening "Morning Star" (Lucifer) to fallen artists: "How you have fallen from heaven, morning star..." This ties to recurring themes in Kendrick’s discography, such as: - Playing God - The evils of "Lucy" (Lucifer), possession, and influence Kendrick suggests that influential artists (including himself) can be like fallen angels, misusing their power. The song ends with a conversation between Kendrick and God, reflecting on his influence and promising to use it better. He closes with: "I rewrote the devil’s story just to take our power back, ‘carnated." This highlights his journey of reclaiming influence for good, shifting the focus beyond Tupac to a broader spiritual and personal reckoning. Yes i wrote this in chat gpt to make it clearer
Chuck Berry (Hendrix a bit too recent) -> Billie Holliday -> Kendrick Lamar -> Lucifer. The conversation in the 2nd part is between the devil and God. I guess the concept is that he, and the other great artists who moved the people with their art, are manifestations of Lucifer, who some believe was the angel of music before his fall.
The first is John Lee Hooker, a revolutionary R&B guitarist from Michigan whose breakthrough single was released in 1948. The second, a female Chitlin' Circuit vocalist who achieved widespread fame and fortune but struggled with substance abuse, is most likely Dinah Washington. Also sampled Tupac's Made N****$...
@@PorkTipsnah, it’s John Lee Hooker. JHL left home as a teenager and made his debut in Detroit Michigan in 1947-48. Chuck Berry had his big break in Chicago in ‘55
I think this was supposed to be a origin story for the devil re written by Kendrick. When you really pay attention. The devil’s gift given from God was music when he was an angel.. he was being reincarnated into different stars. remember he said his Present Life is “Kendrick Lamar” Father = God verse 3“ You fell out of Heaven 'cause you was anxious Didn't like authority, only searched to be heinous Isaiah fourteen was the only thing that was prevalent My greatest music director was you It was colors, it was pinks, it was reds, it was blues It was harmony and motion I sent you down to earth 'cause you was broken Rehabilitation, not psychosis Centuries you manipulated man with music Embodied you as superstars to see how you moving You came a long way from garnishing evilish views And all I ever wanted from you was love and approval I learned a lot, no more putting these people in fear The more that word is diminished, the more it's not real The more light that I can capture, the more I can feel I'm using words for inspiration as an idea So can you promise that you won't take your gifts for granted? I promise that I'll use my gifts to bring understanding” that’s why the closing bar k dot says.. “ he rewrote the devil story to take our power back”
This was homage to 2pac and DMX. The conversation was just like DmX song "Damian", remember that DMX was the one sayin he hate the Drake talkd, walks , dress.
#cliffbeatsofficial when Kendrick is talking to god, he is directly referencing DMX’s song “Angel”. Kendrick is religious and battles with his good and bad side. DMX was in a constant battle between addiction, violence and his religious beliefs. Also as a side note, many people compared DMX with a Tupac once Tupac passed away, looks wise and how “real” they were.
2:04 the past life aggression he did were he paid 100k+ to access his Akashic records are accessible to certain people, such as spiritualist mediums. Some say that accessing one's own Akashic records can provide guidance and wisdom to help overcome challenges. Others believe that connecting to the Akashic records can help people find their purpose, expand their talents, and achieve greater success and joy. Some believe that Akashic records are accessible to certain people, such as spiritualist mediums. Some say that accessing one's own Akashic records can provide guidance and wisdom to help overcome challenges. Others believe that connecting to the Akashic records can help people find their purpose, expand their talents, and achieve greater success and joy.😊
A bit of Pac? Don't be scared to say it, this was pretty much a showmanship of Hawk speaking through Kendrick, the beat and delivery was all pac With a bit of Eminem and even DMX influence, legendary song right here
The ONLY thing I wish Kendrick would of done on this song was give a whole verse dedicated to Pac, it only makes sense since it’s his beat and his song from back in the day. Instead he tells the story of two people. Should of added a pac verse
Yall are so funny. I think only true DMX fans would realize this is NOT DMX’s “Damien” trilogy, it’s DMX’s song “Angel” where Kendrick got it from. I would be NEW York cats would know this real quick. I’m a California cat, but 2Pac #1 on my list with DMX at #2. And this instantly shouted out “Angel” to me. Though understand why so many people are missing this because it was actually a softer song for DMX, which he didn’t too many of.
Not saying Em hasn't influenced Kenrdrick but i think the back and forth conversation thing is more of a throw back to DMX. Some of his best tracks had that.
I do agree, however, the Eminem influence is from “Bad Guy” or Stan pt 2. The closing portion of the song is just like this! Used an altered voice, exactly like this, to sonically describe two opposing perspectives. To me this is X, Pac and Em influence everywhere.
Its pac influence pac would talk to God all the time in his music he just wouldnt have the response of God but i dont see the dmx except for damien but i think its a bit of a reach. He is making his influence very clear by the beat cadence and even content
@@IamDOC1991 when Kendrick begins talking with god, he is directly referencing the song by DMX “angel”. Everything about the way Kendrick did this was DMX “Angel” go listen to it and then come back to this song and you’ll be like, “oh definitely!” And 1st verse was definitely pac influence, even cadence.
@ oh yes, definitely! I meant other than the pac influence I felt there was a bit of the Damien vibe at the end of the song, like you said. Kendrick was for sure paying tribute to Pac on this one.
I don't think there should be a top 5 or top 10 list to argue about. I think there needs to be a Mount Rushmore of 4 people that deserve to recognized as the greatest, in different ways. My rap Mountain Rushmore would be Eminem, Ice T (he inspired all the west coast and 90s, sorry), Lil Wayne, Kendrick. I think you cover every facet of what rap was meant to be and who created these cultural things.
I think the first one was Elvis .. I thought jimmy Hendrix too but the gluttony line made it sound Elvis. But at the end he said he rewrote the devils story
Yep. This is a type of literary device known as Antithesis. He's not talking about himself. The central theme of this album is a holy war against enemies of hipop culture and black songs like blues. Hes describing three people like Drake who had power in the past but abused it or gambled or used drugs and led to their destruction. Whitney houston is the second black lady. He's implying Drake is a reincarnation of that same idea (the three people). He's describing the reincarnation of an idea that could lead to the death of hipop and black music in general. Like we have sexy red and ems because of degeneracy of black music. He then goes on to open a dialogue with God to make a plea to God to know if he did it right and has the right to bring judgment to the people he wants to destroy. But God says he's prideful and loves war and that those three people are a version of him. Therefore, humbling him and bringing him to life (carnated)
Coming with that pac 'Made Niggaz' flow and beat. Big homage. Kenny is really rapping like he's lucifer and the Father is speaking to him on the last verse 😮🤯insane
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Pac would be proud 🔥
Very Very Very
Yessir 🔥🫡🕊️
We agree, the message is on point with PAC agenda
Facts 💯
You can literally hear the influence of Pac in his music in general, not just this song, while still remaining original to himself. Kendrick is a lyrical genius man.
Soon as I heard that beat I understood the mission
Facts 🔥
Me too.
Facts
MADE N***** BEAT 2 PAC 🔥
Kendrick on a Pac Beat insane🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ONE WHO NOTED THE BEAT HARD FOR 2 PAC......🔥🔥🔥
Holy shit I just got cold chills - in reincarnated he IS rapping as Tupac - it’s a Tupac flow over a Tupac beat and it’s telling the story of artists that faced struggle -
John Lee Hooker
Dinah Washington
Kendrick Lamar
He doesn’t say Tupac because he is Tupac.
The soul of the artist travels between bodies - “my present life is Kendrick Lamar”
But the voice telling the story is Pac. I believe this.
Damn you broke it down all the way. Didn't even think this. I appreciate you
finally someone mentioned the forgotten artists whos stories hes telling.. bravo to you my friend.
He's not talking about specific artists and hooker isn't from Michigan
Nah this is wrong
He made it clear at the end
"I rewrote the devil’s story to take the power back”
He’s identifying himself to Lucifer, the fallen angel from the heaven. That’s why the God in this song is talking to him like Dot’s been with him before he went down to earth for hundreds of reincarnation.
I think this makes a such brilliant narrative turn in his discography if you recall For Sale from TPAB. He depicted Lucifer as a seducing and manipulative force in his life, and now he’s trying to make a peace even with Lucy by understanding him through storytelling.
I guess life really is about perspective. This song may change my life.
Hands down, the best track on the album
Even rapping like Pac on this one. Intentional im sure
Exactly, he got that Pac flow on this
Was hoping someone else heard the flow. Got me tingling nd shi
Rapping like Pac on a Pac beat is insane
@thecritic1442 bro as soon as I heard the beat, I got chills and goosebumps and literally said "ut oh he's about to snap"
Pac smiling up there now!! A motherfkng made nggz 🔥 This is fire!!!!!
6:55 he’s also channeling DMX who’s famous for going back and forth with the devil in his raps
Yeah, but in this instance Kdots the devil and he's speaking to his "father".
I’m so surprised so many have missed the direct channeling of DMX. Kendrick gave props to pac and X in one song.
funny thing about this is only real hiphop heads who actually follow pac and dmx will notice this
Drake did an AI pac take. Kendrick took a Tupac beat, wrote his own lyrics and just decided to rap like him in homage.
"Every individual is only a version of you"!!!
That's gotta be my favorite line in the entire song. kdot isn't just that 1 in 10,000.
The back and forward correspondence with God is more likely inspired by DMX's "Ready to Meet Him" where he talks to God. DMX also had other songs that used the same concept such a "Damein", "Stop Being Greedy", and so on. And the raw vocals and aggression ("Hellrazor", "Death Around the Corner" third verse, "My Closest Roaddogz OG", "Life So Hard" from Gang Related OST, "All Out", "Hell 4 a Hustler" etc.) is the other thing besides the beat ("Made Niggaz") and flow that he's taken from 'Pac for the song.
I listened to this back to back about 4 times before moving on to the next track. Masterfully done track
Yoooo 🔥🔥🔥 the fucking story tellin is nutz he on a dif level and i aint even that big on kendrick but gotta respect his art
This sounds so much like Pac
The Beat It’s from Tupac’s “MADE N***GZ” song
The cadence yeah. Definitely. Voice not even close tho 😂
I get Tupac/DMX vibes
On purpose, no doubt.
its a pac rhythm and flow. Pac came to kdot ina dream he seems himselves as a reincarnated pac. The perfect way to pay homage to legend better than using AI to reproduce him.
1st person was John Lee Hooker
2nd person Billie Holiday
This is amazing because if we go back to a 2pac song he mentions her as well on thugs mansion. “Then some lady named Billie holiday sang sitting there kickin it with Malcom til the day came”
Tupac
Pretty sure he sampled "Made Niggaz" on this? Even the flow is very much Pac. Much respect to Kendrick.
You sir are Correct "Made Niggaz" they got me feening for my cash like feen when he dreams for drugs
Thanks cuz I was looking for the track this song is sampled from 👌🏽
2 pac and Outlawz - Made Niggaz
@@phillip6868 Thanks man
the back and forth part actually reminds more of DMX- Ready to meet him than eminem
Not gonna lie bro you should’ve never rushed through this reaction. This song deserves more you really didn’t dissect it. Song had nothing to do with drake bro.. at all don’t get lost in the beef sauce. This real lyrical story telling on the highest of highest levels he didn’t have to drop a album this track alone is Art
Thank you, I’ve seen way too many folks looking for Drake disses🤦🏾♂️
The second is Billy Holiday
Some say Dinah washington
Paying respect PAC and DMX is mad dope
It's the Pac delivery bro! Please don't miss that, he wanted us to remember PAC - reincarnated.
such a dope song. this feels like the "U" and "Fear" of this album
U is a dangerous song when you’re down on yourself
@hunter702lv yeah man. U gets me tearing up every time I'm in the car by myself. But I get that, i needed that, feeling afterwards luckily.
He embodied the spirit of 2pac on this beat and song.this is actually Made Niggaz by Pac and the Outlawz
This is the story of Lucifer, the fallen angel known for his beauty and musical talent, cast out of heaven due to his pride and rebellion. Kendrick references the spirit of Lucifer as a metaphor for pride and temptation, describing it as a corrupting force that moves from musical genius to musical genius, embodying humanity’s ongoing moral struggles.
Dropped on 11/22. Both Master numbers in numerology. 1122 is considered an angel number. Revelation 22:11 “Let the evildoer still do evil, and the filthy still be filthy, and the righteous still do right, and the holy still be holy”
Amen brother
❤
In Jesus name, Amen.
He's definitely into numerology and astrology, He knows when you drop an album and stay in still..
I did a numerology profile kendrick before the beef Drakee.. I read his life path, and the snakes he would have to watch.. He's being a called to a higher purpose. IT'S IN HIS CHART.. He's legit Thanos out here and has the ability to move into the spiritual world, he has a strong connection. I knew something was brewing. I'm glad picked up his energy
The story of Lucifer, the fallen Angel. Isiah 14:12
reincarnated as PAC
This song brought back so many memories listening to it for the first time. Then the melody kicks in on the last verse brought a tear to my eyes. Didn't think it could get any better. Rest in peace Pac hope you're proud of
That pac flow🔥
Reincarnated as multiple people. The last one the Devil 😂
Damn. Didn’t even think of that🤯 cause he’s referring to himself at the beginning of that verse
Lucifer
It was the devil the whole time
This is a type of literary device known as Antithesis. He's not talking about himself.
The central theme of this album is a holy war against enemies of hipop culture and black songs like blues. Hes describing three people like Drake who had power in the past but abused it or gambled or used drugs and led to their destruction. Whitney houston/Billie Holoday could be the second black lady.
He's implying Drake is a reincarnation of that same idea (the three people). He's describing the reincarnation of an idea that could lead to the death of hipop and black music in general. Like we have sexy red and ems because of degeneracy of black music.
He then goes on to open a dialogue with God to make a plea to God to know if he did it right and has the right to bring judgment to the people he wants to destroy. But God says he's prideful and loves war and that those three people are a version of him. Therefore, humbling him and bringing him to life (carnated)
@@richiemd777 holy shit it's not about Drake this literally applies to any superstar that had or has succumb to temptation
Breaking Down Kendrick Lamar - Reincarnated
The song begins with a Tupac sample, and Kendrick channels his cadence. However, the story isn’t told from Tupac’s perspective.
Kendrick references "past life regressions," a hypnosis practice he personally underwent to recall memories of past lives. Through the track, he explores three different lives:
1. A blues guitarist who dies wealthy and content but without giving back to the world.
2. A troubled female vocalist battling addiction (some interpret as Billie Holiday or Whitney Houston, but that’s not the focus).
3. Himself, Kendrick Lamar.
He also cites Isaiah 14:12, likening "Morning Star" (Lucifer) to fallen artists:
"How you have fallen from heaven, morning star..."
This ties to recurring themes in Kendrick’s discography, such as:
- Playing God
- The evils of "Lucy" (Lucifer), possession, and influence
Kendrick suggests that influential artists (including himself) can be like fallen angels, misusing their power.
The song ends with a conversation between Kendrick and God, reflecting on his influence and promising to use it better. He closes with:
"I rewrote the devil’s story just to take our power back, ‘carnated."
This highlights his journey of reclaiming influence for good, shifting the focus beyond Tupac to a broader spiritual and personal reckoning.
Yes i wrote this in chat gpt to make it clearer
Chuck Berry (Hendrix a bit too recent) -> Billie Holliday -> Kendrick Lamar -> Lucifer. The conversation in the 2nd part is between the devil and God.
I guess the concept is that he, and the other great artists who moved the people with their art, are manifestations of Lucifer, who some believe was the angel of music before his fall.
John Lee hooker the first verse
First one is John Lee Hooker, not Chuck Berry but agree with the others. What a song
The first is John Lee Hooker, a revolutionary R&B guitarist from Michigan whose breakthrough single was released in 1948. The second, a female Chitlin' Circuit vocalist who achieved widespread fame and fortune but struggled with substance abuse, is most likely Dinah Washington. Also sampled Tupac's Made N****$...
Chuck Berry and Billie Holiday
@@PorkTipsnah, it’s John Lee Hooker. JHL left home as a teenager and made his debut in Detroit Michigan in 1947-48. Chuck Berry had his big break in Chicago in ‘55
I think this was supposed to be a origin story for the devil re written by Kendrick. When you really pay attention. The devil’s gift given from God was music when he was an angel.. he was being reincarnated into different stars. remember he said his Present Life is
“Kendrick Lamar”
Father = God
verse 3“ You fell out of Heaven 'cause you was anxious
Didn't like authority, only searched to be heinous
Isaiah fourteen was the only thing that was prevalent
My greatest music director was you
It was colors, it was pinks, it was reds, it was blues
It was harmony and motion
I sent you down to earth 'cause you was broken
Rehabilitation, not psychosis
Centuries you manipulated man with music
Embodied you as superstars to see how you moving
You came a long way from garnishing evilish views
And all I ever wanted from you was love and approval
I learned a lot, no more putting these people in fear
The more that word is diminished, the more it's not real
The more light that I can capture, the more I can feel
I'm using words for inspiration as an idea
So can you promise that you won't take your gifts for granted?
I promise that I'll use my gifts to bring understanding”
that’s why the closing bar k dot says..
“ he rewrote the devil story to take our power back”
You nailed it!
That was my take on it. Lucifer reincarnated three times.
Soon as I heard that piano I was like ' Yes yes yes bro' 2pac Made ****** 😁
John Lee Hooker - 1st Verse (developed his style in Detroit, MI)
Dinah Washington - 2nd Verse (Died of an overdose)
Kendrick was talking about John Lee Hooker he was a guitarist in 1947 in Michigan
I agree the guy who sold his soul to the devil you then start to think that every artist is in the devil’s pool
Bingo
One of my favorite Pac songs, and K-Dot did so well, even his flow feels reminiscent of Tupac's cadence. That song is a dream come true!
This was homage to 2pac and DMX. The conversation was just like DmX song "Damian", remember that DMX was the one sayin he hate the Drake talkd, walks , dress.
Hit ‘em up vibes 🔥🔥🔥🔥
This Piano music is taken from Legendary Tupac song "Made Niggaz" . This song is in my playlist ❤.
Look up Made Niggaz by 2pac.
I know. I was so focused on the lyrics I didn’t even notice until the end when I read a comment. 🤦♂️
Kendrick lamar was talking about John Lee Hooker he was a guitarist in Michigan in 1947@@CliffBeatsOfficial
This shit gives me chillz! RIP PAC - MAKAVELI 💪🤘✌️🫶
This sounds exactly like something Pac would do. ❤
That’s the pac sample on the beat.
Goosebumps!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Swear to God this one makes me nostalgic with the Hit Em Up beat.
The GOAT reincarnated indeed.
When he started rappin,my goodness.I didn't know Kendrick could rap like this.Eminem,NF,and now Kendrick?Cool.
#cliffbeatsofficial when Kendrick is talking to god, he is directly referencing DMX’s song “Angel”. Kendrick is religious and battles with his good and bad side. DMX was in a constant battle between addiction, violence and his religious beliefs. Also as a side note, many people compared DMX with a Tupac once Tupac passed away, looks wise and how “real” they were.
Your videos got me into this genre. I am enjoying this a lot. Keep it up.
HE CHANNELING THRU TUPAC.✊️👏🤝
I will enjoy, especially is intro🔥🔥🔥. Man !!!! Mijo !!!! You really feeling it👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👵🏼 Gmaw
2:04 the past life aggression he did were he paid 100k+ to access his Akashic records are accessible to certain people, such as spiritualist mediums. Some say that accessing one's own Akashic records can provide guidance and wisdom to help overcome challenges. Others believe that connecting to the Akashic records can help people find their purpose, expand their talents, and achieve greater success and joy.
Some believe that Akashic records are accessible to certain people, such as spiritualist mediums. Some say that accessing one's own Akashic records can provide guidance and wisdom to help overcome challenges. Others believe that connecting to the Akashic records can help people find their purpose, expand their talents, and achieve greater success and joy.😊
I love this song. Reincarnated as Tupac and others! 🔥🔥🔥Kendrick and Tupac are my favorite rappers!!! ❤
Dude I immediately came to your channel after seeing the album drop. I listened to the first track only.
LOVE REINCARNATED BUT DMX REALLY INVITED TALKING TO GOD. DAMIEN 1 2 & 3 AND ALL THE PRAYER JOINTS
He imitating PAC Flow , he sampled 2PAC “ MADE N****Z “ track
best song on the album for me, on repeat
Every K Dot album is like a magnum opus, He just keeps raising the bar!
2 GOATS
1947, John Lee Hooker was a blues player from Michigan nicknamed "The Boogie Man" from the 40s.
Fully leaning into the nickname.
On god😂
So many 🔥🔥🔥🔥tracks!,
Pac looking down proud
Dam this one is loaded 🔥🔥🔥
Kendrick is rebel music. PAC would be proud 4 sure. Real recognize real.
A bit of Pac? Don't be scared to say it, this was pretty much a showmanship of Hawk speaking through Kendrick, the beat and delivery was all pac With a bit of Eminem and even DMX influence, legendary song right here
I can tell you who you are ‼️ that shit gives me chills fr
The ONLY thing I wish Kendrick would of done on this song was give a whole verse dedicated to Pac, it only makes sense since it’s his beat and his song from back in the day. Instead he tells the story of two people. Should of added a pac verse
Great Pac cadence. I just wish his voice sounded closer
Yall are so funny. I think only true DMX fans would realize this is NOT DMX’s “Damien” trilogy, it’s DMX’s song “Angel” where Kendrick got it from. I would be NEW York cats would know this real quick. I’m a California cat, but 2Pac #1 on my list with DMX at #2. And this instantly shouted out “Angel” to me.
Though understand why so many people are missing this because it was actually a softer song for DMX, which he didn’t too many of.
The black woman in the chittagong circuit ... He was talking about Billie Holiday..
Bingo
PAC ❤🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Dmx convo ....kendrick respect
Not saying Em hasn't influenced Kenrdrick but i think the back and forth conversation thing is more of a throw back to DMX. Some of his best tracks had that.
This remind of X as well
I do agree, however, the Eminem influence is from “Bad Guy” or Stan pt 2. The closing portion of the song is just like this! Used an altered voice, exactly like this, to sonically describe two opposing perspectives.
To me this is X, Pac and Em influence everywhere.
Its pac influence pac would talk to God all the time in his music he just wouldnt have the response of God but i dont see the dmx except for damien but i think its a bit of a reach. He is making his influence very clear by the beat cadence and even content
@@IamDOC1991 when Kendrick begins talking with god, he is directly referencing the song by DMX “angel”. Everything about the way Kendrick did this was DMX “Angel” go listen to it and then come back to this song and you’ll be like, “oh definitely!” And 1st verse was definitely pac influence, even cadence.
@ oh yes, definitely! I meant other than the pac influence I felt there was a bit of the Damien vibe at the end of the song, like you said. Kendrick was for sure paying tribute to Pac on this one.
I’d say DMX brought that back n forth w voices
Pac!!!+
I don't think there should be a top 5 or top 10 list to argue about. I think there needs to be a Mount Rushmore of 4 people that deserve to recognized as the greatest, in different ways.
My rap Mountain Rushmore would be Eminem, Ice T (he inspired all the west coast and 90s, sorry), Lil Wayne, Kendrick.
I think you cover every facet of what rap was meant to be and who created these cultural things.
PAC,HE SAID HE GOT A SPIRIT IN HIM
2pac RIH THUG LIFE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
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He rapping from the devil point of view talking to God in the last verse smh it's deep
Whether you call it that are not what you just described is reincarnation.
The goat!!!!!! 🐐 fire fire fire!!!!🔥
I think the first one was Elvis .. I thought jimmy Hendrix too but the gluttony line made it sound Elvis. But at the end he said he rewrote the devils story
I was thinking Elvis to.
Sounds like a mash up of hit em up and the way i am
The 3 verses seem to be about different pioneering artists from back in the day
Yep. This is a type of literary device known as Antithesis. He's not talking about himself.
The central theme of this album is a holy war against enemies of hipop culture and black songs like blues. Hes describing three people like Drake who had power in the past but abused it or gambled or used drugs and led to their destruction. Whitney houston is the second black lady.
He's implying Drake is a reincarnation of that same idea (the three people). He's describing the reincarnation of an idea that could lead to the death of hipop and black music in general. Like we have sexy red and ems because of degeneracy of black music.
He then goes on to open a dialogue with God to make a plea to God to know if he did it right and has the right to bring judgment to the people he wants to destroy. But God says he's prideful and loves war and that those three people are a version of him. Therefore, humbling him and bringing him to life (carnated)
Pac like hell yaaa❤
Heavy 2pac vibes in this one HEAVY
Coming with that pac 'Made Niggaz' flow and beat. Big homage.
Kenny is really rapping like he's lucifer and the Father is speaking to him on the last verse 😮🤯insane
2pac vibe for sure. This song is lit. 🔥
This is the best on the album imo then the heart part 6
I didnt hear it til u said it but def hear pac in that one
Yoooo we here early
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And its a pac sample, hence the pac inflections and cadences
Im telling you ..This mans a profit ..full of Reincarnated lives ..bkessed are we ..🎧🔊🎹we watching the party die in Real time
Special homage to 2pac "made niggaz" instrumental. Salute KL for blessing Us with GNX; It's a Classic to Fuck wt!
It's pac and Eminem beat fusion amazing
This flow got a Tupac feel to it
I’m mad early on this one