Lamar, Kendrick, 1987-

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May 31, 2022

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Kendrick Lamar looks inward on 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers'

Though drenched in deep melancholy, Lamar's new album avoids superstar-level self-pity. Instead, the hip-hop artist summons up specific memories and works through his issues with uncommon grace.

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April 9, 2015

07:19

There Is A Rich World In Kendrick Lamar's 'To Pimp A Butterfly'

Fresh Air music critic Ken Tucker says the rapper's second album has an excitingly adventurous sound.

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Kendrick Lamar looks inward on 'Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers'

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There Is A Rich World In Kendrick Lamar's 'To Pimp A Butterfly'

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