Kendrick Lamar Duckworth (born June 17, 1987), professionally known as Kend… Read Full Bio ↴Kendrick Lamar Duckworth (born June 17, 1987), professionally known as Kendrick Lamar, is a rapper from Compton, California. He is also a member of the hip-hop supergroup Black Hippy collective along with members Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, and Schoolboy Q. His music is largely influenced by the works of 2Pac, Jay-Z, Nas, DMX, The Notorious B.I.G., Mos Def, Eazy-E and Eminem.

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.

Preach
Kendrick Lamar Lyrics

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Damn girl looking good in your baby phat
You got an ass a skinny
Nigga could handle that
Look I ain't T-Pain I don't love strippers
I might buy em a drank if that ass thicker
Look I’m a hustler I like
To get the cash quicker
And I don’t settle for less

I’m not no ass kisser
I’m the ladies man bring your lady friends
I’mma bring my niggas and we can get it in
She like to pop pills, I like to pop steel
And leave a bitch ass nigga
With a doctor bill
You fully load ma you don’t need Dr phil
I got this Mary Jane shit
Ease your mind forreal
Lets take a trip to my apartment
Take a lil shot of patron get it started
You fuckin’ with a gangster tonight so
Say goodbye to the waynester type
You with the Rock

Let me tell y’all something
I seen this bitch right she fine than a
Motherfucker I ain’t gone lie straight up
I take her home though, fucked and got off
Pitbull type

Now do I love them hoes, hell no
Take her to the swap meet before Melrose
Benihana, more like like Top Ramen noodles
Champagne no sweet Kool-Aid made by Sherane
Send her back to her
Boyfriend with cum stains
I redesign bitches wardrobe
All I do is make up something
Then sit it between her earlobes
She thinking no one ever invented clothes
Used to hide the camera in the closet
Now I’m like I’m doing you a
Favor to fuck you bitch pose
They don’t even want to go to award shows
They just wanna award me with hoes
Put em on a track like vocals
Leave em for a day and they want their
Master back like the first album by Jay
I dash with the dividends no
Shit if Big Pimpin
Is a sin then I rather not repent (preach)

Girl on the phone
You know I need my master back
Like Jay Z first album
Okay I got this one girl her name
Is tity pop her name is what?

Her name is tiny pop I met her
At USC she’s a good girl

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Kendrick Lamar and Jay Rock's song "Preach" depict a reflection of their attitudes towards women and their own self-perceptions. The first verse, delivered by Jay Rock, showcases his attraction to a woman's physical appearance. He acknowledges her attractiveness and asserts his preference for women with curvier bodies. He distances himself from the romanticized image of strippers, indicating that he may engage in casual encounters but not out of emotional attachment. Jay Rock also emphasizes his ambition as a hustler, expressing his desire for financial success and not settling for less. This verse portrays him as confident and unapologetic.

In Kendrick Lamar's verse, he continues the theme of sexual encounters but adds a darker and more provocative tone. He begins by describing his encounter with a woman who he finds extremely attractive. While he does not express love or emotional attachment, he admits to engaging in sexual activity with her. Kendrick also boasts about sexually dominating and objectifying women, indulging in demeaning acts and derogatory language. He boasts about manipulating women by reshaping their personality and style, making them conform to his desires. This verse reveals a sense of control and power that Kendrick believes he possesses over women.

As the song progresses, both artists assert their dominance and superiority over women. They view women as objects rather than individuals with agency and autonomy. The lyrics suggest a transactional view of relationships, where women are seen as commodities to be won or obtained. The focus on material possessions, such as cameras and clothing, further highlights this distorted perception of women.

However, it is worth noting that these lyrics depict a specific attitude prevalent in rap music rather than promoting or endorsing it. These artists may use exaggeration and storytelling techniques to convey a particular persona or engage in artistic expression. It is essential to critically analyze lyrics and consider the context and intention behind them.

Line by Line Meaning

Damn girl looking good in your baby phat
Wow, girl, you are stunning in your stylish and fashionable attire

You got an ass a skinny Nigga could handle that
Your curvaceous figure is so enticing that even a thin man would be able to appreciate it

Look I ain't T-Pain I don't love strippers
Let me make it clear that I am not like T-Pain who has a fondness for strippers

I might buy em a drank if that ass thicker
However, if a stripper has a more voluptuous physique, I might consider buying her a drink

Look I’m a hustler I like to get the cash quicker
I want to emphasize that I am a determined and ambitious individual who seeks financial success at a faster pace

And I don’t settle for less I’m not no ass kisser
I refuse to accept anything inferior and I do not engage in flattery or sycophantic behavior

I’m the ladies man bring your lady friends
I am quite popular among women, so feel free to introduce your female companions to me

I’mma bring my niggas and we can get it in
I will also bring my friends, and together, we can engage in various activities or have a good time

She like to pop pills, I like to pop steel
While she may enjoy consuming drugs, my preference lies in wielding firearms

And leave a bitch ass nigga with a doctor bill
Consequently, any weak or cowardly individual will be left with substantial medical expenses after encountering me

You fully load ma you don’t need Dr phil
You possess a strong and assertive personality, making you independent and not reliant on any psychological advice from Dr. Phil

I got this Mary Jane shit Ease your mind forreal
I have access to marijuana, which can provide genuine relaxation and relief for your mind

Lets take a trip to my apartment Take a lil shot of patron get it started
Why don't we visit my residence and kick-start the evening by indulging in a small dose of premium tequila?

You fuckin’ with a gangster tonight so Say goodbye to the waynester type
Understand that tonight, you are engaging with a true criminal and should bid farewell to any resemblance of a meek or soft person like Lil Wayne

You with the Rock
Just to reiterate, you are currently in the presence of Jay Rock and his crew

Let me tell y’all something I seen this bitch right she fine than a Motherfucker I ain’t gone lie straight up
Allow me to share some insights with all of you. I recently encountered an extremely attractive woman who surpasses all expectations, and I must be honest about it

I take her home though, fucked and got off Pitbull type
I must admit that I engaged in sexual activities with her and derived pleasure from it, similar to the behavior associated with a Pitbull

Now do I love them hoes, hell no
However, let me clarify that I do not have any genuine affection for promiscuous women

Take her to the swap meet before Melrose
In fact, I prefer taking her to a local marketplace before treating her to the more upscale Melrose Avenue

Benihana, more like Top Ramen noodles
Rather than lavish restaurants like Benihana, our dining experience is more reminiscent of a budget-friendly meal with Top Ramen noodles

Champagne no sweet Kool-Aid made by Sherane
When it comes to beverages, we indulge in champagne rather than the sugary Kool-Aid made by a woman named Sherane

Send her back to her Boyfriend with cum stains
After our encounter, I promptly return her to her boyfriend, leaving behind evidence of our sexual encounter

I redesign bitches wardrobe
I possess the ability to completely change a woman's sense of style and fashion

All I do is make up something Then sit it between her earlobes
I am adept at fabricating stories or ideas and effectively planting them in a woman's mind, especially by whispering them near her earlobes

She thinking no one ever invented clothes
As a result of my influence, she begins to believe that no one prior to me had ever conceptualized or created clothing

Used to hide the camera in the closet
In the past, I utilized the tactic of concealing a camera within a closet

Now I’m like I’m doing you a Favor to fuck you bitch pose
However, I now adopt a different approach, insisting that engaging in sexual activities with me should be considered a special favor or privilege

They don’t even want to go to award shows
Many women are not interested in attending prestigious award ceremonies

They just wanna award me with hoes
Their primary desire is to honor or reward me by providing women of questionable morality

Put em on a track like vocals
I incorporate these women into my musical compositions as if they were contributing vocalists

Leave em for a day and they want their Master back like the first album by Jay
Once I have had my fill of these women, they suddenly long for my presence and guidance, similar to wanting the return of the first album by Jay-Z

I dash with the dividends no Shit if Big Pimpin Is a sin then I rather not repent (preach)
I swiftly depart with my share of the profits, without any remorse. If engaging in extravagant and indulgent behavior like in the song 'Big Pimpin' is considered immoral, then I choose not to seek forgiveness

Girl on the phone You know I need my master back Like Jay Z first album
Girl, please understand that I yearn to regain control and dominance over you just as Jay-Z and his first album had a significant impact and influence

Okay I got this one girl her name Is tity pop her name is what? Her name is tiny pop I met her At USC she’s a good girl
Alright, let me tell you about this particular girl named Tity Pop. Her name, as strange as it may sound, is in fact, Tiny Pop. I encountered her while attending the University of Southern California, and she is perceived as a well-mannered and decent young lady

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