Kendrick Lamar is a popular American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, filmmaker, and businessman. He is best known for his cinematic storytelling, melodic cadences, artistic reinventions, and influence on the hip-hop genre.
He is one of the most influential rappers of this generation, earning him the nickname “King Kendrick”. In 2023, he was named the second-greatest rapper of all time by Billboard and Vibe.
Kendrick Lamar first gained attention with the release of his mixtapes, and he gained significant recognition with his independent album “Section 80” in 2011. However, it was his major-label debut, “Good Kid, m.A.A.d City” (2012), that propelled him to mainstream success.
The album received critical acclaim for its storytelling and thematic depth. Subsequent albums, including “To Pimp a Butterfly” (2015), “DAMN.” (2017), and “untitled unmastered” (2016), further solidified Lamar’s reputation as one of the most influential and innovative figures in contemporary hip-hop.
He has received numerous awards, including 17 Grammy Awards (the third-most by a rapper in history), a Primetime Emmy Award, four American Music Awards, 29 BET Hip Hop Awards (the most won by any artist), 11 MTV Video Music Awards (including two Video of the Year wins), 6 Billboard Music Awards, and a Brit Award.
Kendrick Lamar is celebrated not only for his technical skill as a rapper but also for his socially conscious lyrics. His work often addresses issues such as racial inequality, systemic injustice, and the complexities of life in Compton.
His ability to blend different styles, incorporate jazz and funk influences, and experiment with narrative structures has set him apart in the hip-hop landscape. Lamar’s albums are often considered conceptual, with interconnected themes and narratives.
In 2015, Kendrick Lamar got engaged to his high school sweetheart, Whitney Alford. The couple welcomed their first child in 2019, and a second child was born after that.
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Kendrick Lamar Age / Wiki
Born | 17 June 1987, Compton, California, United States |
Full Name | Kendrick Lamar Duckworth |
Nickname | K.Dot, Oklama, and King Kendrick |
Age | 36 Years Old |
Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Education | Vanguard Learning Center Middle School in Los Angeles, California Centennial High School in Compton, California |
Profession | Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, Filmmaker, and Businessman |
Nationality | American |
Religion | Christianity |
Ethnicity | African American |
Girlfriend/Wife | Whitney Alford |
Children | Has Two Children |
Parents | Father: Kenny Duckworth Mother: Paula Oliver |
Siblings | Kayla Duckworth (Sister) Kayla Sawyer (Sister) |
Net Worth | $90 Million (As of 2023) |
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Kendrick Lamar Height And Weight
Height | 5 Feet 4 Inches 1.64 Meters 164 Centimeters |
Weight | 60 Kilograms 132 Pounds |
Hair Color | Black |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Tattoo | Yes |
Piercing | Yes |
Body Measurements | Unknown |
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