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Kendrick Lamar

American rapper and singer-songwriter
American rapper and singer-songwriter

Kendrick Lamar, known for his social commentary, won a Pulitzer Prize. He rose to fame with albums like Good Kid, M.A.A.D City and Damn. Lamar has won numerous awards and is recognized for his influence on music and society.

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1987-06-17
Birth of Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar, the renowned rapper and songwriter, was born on June 17, 1987.

1992
First Encounter with Police Brutality

After experiencing the first day of the 1992 Los Angeles riots, Kendrick Lamar was introduced to police brutality, which had a significant impact on him.

1995-11-10
Kendrick Lamar meets 2Pac and Dr. Dre

In November 1995, Kendrick Lamar had the opportunity to meet the legendary rappers 2Pac and Dr. Dre.

2000-06-17
Kendrick visits Tupac & Dr. Dre music video filming

Kendrick Lamar attended a filming of Tupac & Dr. Dre music video, which later became a significant and influential event in his music career.

2003-06-17
Kendrick's first rise in music

In 2003, Kendrick Lamar experienced his initial rise in the music industry, marking the beginning of his journey towards success.

2004-01-04
Start of Kendrick Lamar's Career

On January 4, 2004, Kendrick Lamar embarked on his musical journey, marking the beginning of his successful career.

2004-06-17
Kendrick Lamar Signs Record Deal with Top Dawg Entertainment

After gaining fame and recognition from his first mixtape, Kendrick Lamar, also known as K-Dot, signs a record deal with Top Dawg Entertainment.

2005-06-01
Kendrick Lamar signs Record Deal at 17

At the age of 17, in June 2005, Kendrick Lamar signed a record deal, a significant milestone in his early career.

2006
Formation of Black Hippy

Kendrick Lamar, along with Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, and Schoolboy Q, formed the hip hop supergroup Black Hippy after working together at Top Dawg Entertainment's recording studio.

2007
Release of Training Day and No Sleep 'til NYC

In 2007, Kendrick Lamar released his second mixtape 'Training Day' and a collaborative mixtape with Jay Rock titled 'No Sleep 'til NYC', receiving positive feedback for the varied production and concept of 'Training Day'.

2009
Formation of Black Hippy

In 2009, Kendrick Lamar established Black Hippy, a rap group consisting of Jay Rock, Ab-Soul, and Schoolboy Q, showcasing his collaborative spirit in the music industry.

2010-06-17
Release of Kendrick Lamar's Mixtape 'Overly Dedicated'

On June 17, 2010, Kendrick Lamar released his mixtape 'Overly Dedicated'. The track 'Ignorance Is Bliss' from the mixtape caught the attention of Dr. Dre.

2010-09-23
Recognition of Kendrick Lamar

By September 23, 2010, Kendrick Lamar started gaining recognition for his exceptional talent and unique style in the music industry.

2011-06-02
Release of Kendrick Lamar's First Album

On June 2, 2011, Kendrick Lamar released his debut album, marking a significant milestone in his discography.

2011-06-17
Kendrick Lamar's Nickname 'Kendrick the King'

On June 17, 2011, Kendrick Lamar was referred to as 'Kendrick the King', showcasing his rising status and influence in the music industry.

2011-07-02
Release of Kendrick Lamar's 'Section.80'

On July 2, 2011, Kendrick Lamar released his critically acclaimed album 'Section.80', which showcased his storytelling abilities and social commentary.

2012-06-26
Announcement of Good Kid, M.A.A.D City

Kendrick Lamar formally announced his second album, Good Kid, M.A.A.D City, on June 26, 2012, with a tentative release date of October 2. The lead single 'Swimming Pools (Drank)' marked his first top 20 single in the U.S.

2012-10-22
Release of 'Good Kid, M.A.A.D City'

Kendrick Lamar released his debut album 'Good Kid, M.A.A.D City', which gained massive popularity and critical acclaim in the hip hop industry. Despite a slow start, it quickly became one of the best albums in hip hop history and achieved platinum status.

2013-08-13
Kendrick Takes Over the Industry

On August 13, 2013, Kendrick Lamar solidified his position in the music industry by taking over the hip hop scene with his talent and influence. This marked a significant moment in his career and further established him as a prominent figure in the music world.

2014-09-23
To Pimp a Butterfly Release

Kendrick Lamar released his third album, To Pimp a Butterfly, on September 23, 2014. The album won Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards.

2015-02-08
Kendrick Lamar Wins His First Grammy Awards

On February 8, 2015, Kendrick Lamar achieved a significant milestone in his career by winning his first Grammy Awards. This recognition further solidified his status as one of the most talented and influential artists in the music industry.

2015-03-15
Release of Kendrick Lamar's album To Pimp a Butterfly

On March 15th, Kendrick Lamar released his third album titled To Pimp a Butterfly. The album, which sold over 300,000 copies in its first week, is highly praised for its Jazz-Rap style and themes of ending gang violence, racism, and political commentary. It quickly became a global sensation and is considered one of the greatest albums of all time.

2015-03-16
Release of To Pimp a Butterfly

On March 16, 2015, Kendrick Lamar released his third studio album, To Pimp a Butterfly, which received universal critical acclaim and achieved global charting success.

2016-02-15
Kendrick Lamar wins five Grammys at the 58th ceremony

Kendrick Lamar won five Grammy Awards at the 58th ceremony, including Best Rap Album for 'To Pimp a Butterfly'. He also delivered a powerful performance of 'The Blacker the Berry' and 'Alright', addressing the theme of ending racism.

2016-03-04
Kendrick Lamar releases 'Untitled Unmastered'

Kendrick Lamar released 'Untitled Unmastered' at the request of Lebron James. The album consists of unofficial tracks that were performed but did not make it onto 'To Pimp a Butterfly'.

2017-03-01
Confirmation of Fourth Album

During a joint cover story, Lamar confirmed working on his fourth album. This announcement hinted at new music from Lamar.

2017-03-24
Kendrick Lamar Releases 'The Heart Part 4'

On March 24th, Kendrick Lamar released 'The Heart Part 4,' his first solo song in over a year. The song was reminiscent of his 'Control' verse from 2013, where he proclaimed himself as the greatest rapper alive and called out fellow rapper Big Sean for 'playing with his name.' Additionally, Kendrick Lamar also took shots at Drake in this track.

2017-03-30
Kendrick Lamar Releases 'Humble'

On March 30th, Kendrick Lamar released the song 'Humble.' This track showcased Kendrick's confident and assertive style, addressing various themes including self-confidence and success.

2017-04-14
Kendrick Releases 'DAMN.'

On April 14, 2017, Kendrick Lamar released his fourth studio album titled 'DAMN.' This album featured a lead single that gained immense popularity and became the number one song in the world within its second week of release. The album also garnered over 170 million views on YouTube.

2017-04-16
Damn wins Pulitzer Prize for Music

On April 16, 2018, Kendrick Lamar's album Damn made history by winning the Pulitzer Prize for Music, the first time a non-classical or jazz composition received this prestigious honor. The album was praised for its authentic portrayal of modern African American life.

2017-05-12
Kendrick Lamar hailed as the Greatest Artist of the 21st Century

On May 12, 2017, Kendrick Lamar was recognized as the greatest artist of the 21st century, solidifying his impact and influence in the music industry.

2017-07-22
Kendrick Lamar Performance at TD Garden

Kendrick Lamar performed at TD Garden in Boston on July 22, 2017. The concert was part of his tour and attracted a large audience.

2018-01-04
Kendrick Lamar announces Black Panther soundtrack

On January 4, 2018, Kendrick Lamar and Anthony Tiffith revealed their collaboration to curate and executive produce the soundtrack album for the superhero film Black Panther. The album featured successful singles and received critical acclaim for its cultural significance.

2018-02-09
Black Panther: The Album release

On February 9, 2018, Black Panther: The Album was released, curated and executive produced by Kendrick Lamar. The album featured successful singles and was praised for its cultural significance.

2019-07-26
Birth of Kendrick Lamar's Daughter, Uzi

Kendrick Lamar and his partner welcomed their daughter, Uzi, on July 26, 2019.

2020-03-05
Launch of PGLang

On March 5, 2020, Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free launched PGLang, a creative entity described as a multilingual, artist-friendly service company.

2022-02-13
Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show Performance

Kendrick Lamar co-headlined the Super Bowl LVI halftime show on February 13, 2022, alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, 50 Cent, and Mary J. Blige.

2022-05-08
Release of 'The Heart Part 5'

Kendrick Lamar released 'The Heart Part 5' along with a captivating music video, signaling his return from a hiatus and hinting at an upcoming album.

2022-05-12
Release of Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers

On May 12, 2022, Kendrick Lamar released his fifth studio album, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers, as his final project under TDE.

2022-05-13
Release of 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers'

Kendrick Lamar's album 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers' is scheduled for release on May 13, 2022, marking the beginning of 'K. Dot season'.

2023-05
Collaborations with Beyoncé and Baby Keem

In May 2023, Kendrick Lamar was featured on Beyoncé's single 'America Has a Problem' and Baby Keem's single 'The Hillbillies'.

2024-04-12
Kendrick Lamar's Comedy Collaboration Release Date

Kendrick Lamar's comedy project with 'South Park's Trey Parker & Matt Stone receives a release date.

2024-04-14
Drake's Provocative Comment on Kendrick Lamar

Drake makes a cheeky comment towards Kendrick Lamar, suggesting Kendrick should give him 50%, in a leaked incident.

2024-04-16
Kendrick Lamar's Song 'Like That' Tops Hot 100

Kendrick Lamar's song 'Like That', in collaboration with Future and Metro Boomin, leads the Hot 100 chart for the third consecutive week.

2024-04-21
Drake Diss Track Towards Kendrick Lamar

Drake released a diss track aimed at Kendrick Lamar using AI Tupac & Snoop Dogg vocals on 'Taylor Made Freestyle'.

2025-07-04
Lamar's Comedy Feature Film Production

Kendrick Lamar signed on to produce a comedy feature film with Free, Trey Parker, and Matt Stone for Paramount Pictures. The film is scheduled to be released on July 4, 2025.

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