He began to gain major recognition in 2010 after his first retail release, Overly Dedicated. The following year, Lamar independently released his first studio album Section.80, which included his debut single, "HiiiPoWeR" which was produced by J. Cole. By that time, he had amassed a large Internet following and collaborated with several artists in the hip-hop industry, including The Game, Snoop Dogg, Busta Rhymes, Lil Wayne and Drake.
Lamar secured a major-label record deal with Aftermath and Interscope Records, in 2012. His major-label debut, good kid, m.A.A.d city, was released in October 2012 to critical success. The record contained the top 40 singles "Swimming Pools (Drank)", "Bitch, Don't Kill My Vibe", and "Poetic Justice". It debuted at number two on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart and was later certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Lamar won his first Grammy Award for "i", the lead single from his critically acclaimed third album To Pimp a Butterfly (2015). The album drew on free jazz, funk, soul, and spoken word debuted atop the charts in the U.S. and the UK, and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album at the 58th ceremony. In 2016, Lamar released untitled unmastered., a collection of unreleased demos that originated during the recording sessions for Butterfly.
Lamar has received several accolades throughout his career, including seven Grammy Awards. In early 2013, MTV named Lamar the number one "Hottest MC in the Game", on their annual list. Time named Lamar one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016.
Lamar's fourth album, DAMN. was released on April 17, 2017, to widespread critical acclaim. It debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, earning Lamar his third consecutive number-one album in the United States. The album was supported by the lead single, "Humble.". Lamar won the Pulitzer Prize for DAMN.
Lamar's fifth album Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers was released on May 13, 2022, his first album in five years.
Friend Of Mine
Kendrick Lamar Lyrics
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Me, I've been searching, for that right one
And hopefully I found her i found her
My nigga tells me 'bout this
Girl that he knows, oh
Said she the type of girl
That I'm looking for, oh
Make sure I call, oh
Got straight to the point when
She picked up the phone
When she picked up the phone she
Said hello and I said
A friend of mine said that you
Were the one for me
A friend of mine said that
You was with everything
A friend of mine said that
You are good company
A friend of mine said that
You got good pussy baby got good pussy baby
Can I sample baby? Cause I'm curious, curious
I want it baby gotta have it baby
Said I need it baby cause I'm so curious
Curious
Now girl I don't mean to come off so strong
But I heard that you got the love that I want
Can you promise me that it's
True what they say?
Before you tell me your name? Is you with it?
A friend of mine said that you
Were the one for me
A friend of mine said that
You was with everything
A friend of mine said that
You are good company
A friend of mine said that
You got good pussy baby got good pussy baby
Can I sample baby? Cause I'm curious, curious
I want it baby gotta have it baby
Said I need it baby cause I'm so curious
Curious tell me is you with it?
Is you with it? (4 times)
Tell me are you with it?
Are you with it? (4 more times)
Give me that funk, that sweet, that nasty
That gushy stuff
That coochie, that twat, that pussy stuff
Whatever you wanna call it
I can't get enough
I can be your lover, be your friend
Be your number one or your ten
Baby yell dress, and just like UPS or FedEx
Girl we can both send
Then pray in the morning
Then after we pray more play in the morning
Have it your way like a shoe
Custom made whenever you need
Or maybe like a chain of Burger King's
I promise if we do it, I'll remain serene
I truly understand
Nobody gotta know like a group of yes men
So momma don't trip
And if it goes well we can make you a flip
So what it's gon' be miss
Lady my clock is tickin'
So please tell me you accept my proposition
Are you gonna tell me now?
Or you need more time if you do that's fine
As long as it goes down
Girl make up your mind
The lyrics to Kendrick Lamar's song "Friend Of Mine" depict the singer's search for a romantic partner. He is introduced to a girl by his friend, who assures him that she is the one he has been looking for. The singer calls her and expresses his curiosity about her, both physically and emotionally. He asks if he can "sample" her, indicating his desire to explore a potential relationship with her. He acknowledges that he is coming on strong but wants to know if the rumors about her love are true before getting further involved. The singer emphasizes that he wants a genuine connection and asks if she is open to it.
This song highlights the themes of desire, curiosity, and the pursuit of love. The singer is eager to find a meaningful relationship and is intrigued by the girl's rumored qualities. However, he also acknowledges the importance of consent and respect, as he asks her if she is willing to explore the potential connection. The lyrics portray the singer's yearning for a deep and meaningful connection, and his willingness to wait for her decision.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on
Let's get started
Me, I've been searching, for that right one
I've been looking for the perfect person
And hopefully I found her i found her
And I think I've found her
My nigga tells me 'bout this
My friend tells me about this
Girl that he knows, oh
Girl that he knows, oh
Said she the type of girl
He said she's the type of girl
That I'm looking for, oh
That I'm looking for, oh
Shout me her number and said
He gave me her number and said
Make sure I call, oh
Make sure I call, oh
Got straight to the point when
I got straight to the point when
She picked up the phone
She answered the phone
When she picked up the phone she
When she picked up the phone she
Said hello and I said
Said hello and I said
A friend of mine said that you
My friend said that you
Were the one for me
Are the one for me
A friend of mine said that
My friend said that
You was with everything
You are everything I want
A friend of mine said that
My friend said that
You are good company
You are great to be around
A friend of mine said that
My friend said that
You got good pussy baby got good pussy baby
You have amazing sexual skills
Can I sample baby? Cause I'm curious, curious
Can I try it? Because I'm curious
I want it baby gotta have it baby
I desire it, I need to have it
Said I need it baby cause I'm so curious
I need it because I'm very interested
Now girl I don't mean to come off so strong
I don't want to be too pushy
But I heard that you got the love that I want
But I heard that you have the love I'm seeking
Can you promise me that it's
Can you assure me that it's
True what they say?
True what they say?
Before you tell me your name? Is you with it?
Before you tell me your name? Are you interested?
Give me that funk, that sweet, that nasty
Give me that unique, delicious, explicit
That gushy stuff
That intimate stuff
That coochie, that twat, that pussy stuff
That intimate area, that vagina, that sexual stuff
Whatever you wanna call it
However you want to refer to it
I can't get enough
I can't get enough of it
I can be your lover, be your friend
I can be your romantic partner, your friend
Be your number one or your ten
I can be your top priority or just one of your options
Baby yell dress, and just like UPS or FedEx
Baby, choose what you want and I'll deliver it like a reliable service
Girl we can both send
Girl, we can both give and receive pleasure
Then pray in the morning
Then we can pray in the morning
Then after we pray more play in the morning
After we pray, we can have more fun in the morning
Have it your way like a shoe
You can have it exactly how you want it, like a custom-made shoe
Custom made whenever you need
Tailor-made for you whenever you desire
Or maybe like a chain of Burger King's
Or maybe like a series of fast-food restaurants
I promise if we do it, I'll remain serene
I promise if we do it, I'll stay calm and composed
I truly understand
I genuinely comprehend
Nobody gotta know like a group of yes men
Nobody has to know, like a group of people who always agree
So momma don't trip
So don't worry, momma
And if it goes well we can make you a flip
And if it goes well, we can profit together
So what it's gon' be miss
So what's your decision, miss
Lady my clock is tickin'
Lady, time is running out
So please tell me you accept my proposition
So please tell me you agree with my offer
Are you gonna tell me now?
Are you going to tell me now?
Or you need more time if you do that's fine
Or do you need more time? If you do, that's okay
As long as it goes down
As long as it happens
Girl make up your mind
Girl, decide what you want
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@poeticbuddha5608
Been listening to this banger for years.
@justiceanderson7003
Underrated mixtape smh!!
@khathulovedale4324
So much nostalgia 🫠❤️
@JPalmera1995
I dont get how this ain’t one of his hits…this and Compton Chemistry
@christianmartin1943
Hands down K.Dots best song
@cookgrits8112
🔥🔥🔥
@ratchetheros
Lyrics didn't do enough justice to the beat
@christianbarillon7232
FRANXIS likewise this is kendrick we expect more for him ..
@jmcfar03
@christian barillon this him whilst he was still a caterpillar
@defforce1121
so the bandwagon fans find out about the older k. Dot tapes huh?