Kendrick Lamar’s surprise album GNX, released on November 22, 2024, has sparked controversy for its apparent diss track aimed at Lil Wayne. The track “wacced out murals” features lyrics that seem to address Lil Wayne’s disappointment over not being selected to perform at the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show.
Lamar’s lyrics include lines like “Used to bump ‘Tha Carter III,’ I held my Rollie chain proud/ Irony, I think my hard work let Lil Wayne down.” This appears to reference Wayne’s public expression of disappointment over not being chosen for the coveted Super Bowl performance, which will now be headlined by Lamar himself.
The album’s release comes just weeks after Wayne publicly admitted that his exclusion from the Super Bowl performance had been a significant blow. He expressed his disappointment, particularly given that the game would be held in his hometown of New Orleans. Wayne even went so far as to blame himself for not being “mentally prepared” for the letdown.
Lamar’s lyrics in GNX have ignited a debate among fans and critics. Some view it as a justified response to Wayne’s public expression of disappointment, arguing that Lamar’s hard work and accomplishments deserve recognition. Others see it as unnecessary and disrespectful, suggesting that Lamar could have addressed the situation more privately.
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This isn’t the first time that Lamar has been involved in public feuds with other artists. In the past, he has engaged in lyrical battles with Drake and J. Cole. However, the recent incident with Lil Wayne seems to have struck a nerve with fans of both artists, as it involves a highly publicized event like the Super Bowl.
It remains to be seen how Lil Wayne will respond to Lamar’s diss track. Whether he chooses to address the issue publicly or privately is still unknown. However, the incident has certainly added fuel to the ongoing debate about the nature of competition and rivalry in the hip-hop industry.
In addition to the controversy surrounding the Lil Wayne diss track, GNX has also been praised for its musical quality and lyrical depth. The album features collaborations with artists such as SZA, AZ Chike, Sam Dew, and production from Mustard, Sounwave, Jack Antonoff, and others.
Despite the controversy, GNX is expected to be a commercial success. Lamar’s dedicated fanbase and his growing popularity as a mainstream artist are likely to ensure that the album tops the charts.
The incident with Lil Wayne has once again highlighted the complex and often contentious relationships between artists in the hip-hop industry. As the genre continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether such public feuds will become more or less common.
