Kendrick Lamar

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Kendrick Lamar's Epic Juneteenth Concert: A Recap of the Drake Diss Saga

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Discover the juicy details of Kendrick Lamar's star-studded concert where he took aim at Drake and brought out Dr. Dre and other LA rap stars for an unforgettable performance!

Kendrick Lamar recently made headlines with his highly-anticipated 'Pop Out — Ken & Friends' concert, where he intensified his feud with Drake by performing his diss tracks live for the first time. The event, held at the Kia Forum, saw Lamar deliver five consecutive renditions of the notorious 'Not Like Us' track, showcasing his unapologetic lyrical prowess. Joining Lamar on stage were a slew of LA rap legends, including the iconic Dr. Dre, adding to the electric atmosphere of the night.

The concert turned into a victory lap for Lamar after his clash with Drake, with the artist seizing the moment to celebrate his success with a show-stopping performance. The stage was graced by dozens of West Coast rappers who came together to support Lamar and elevate the Juneteenth celebration to new heights. The energy was palpable as Lamar commanded the crowd with his powerful presence and undeniable talent, cementing his status as a rap heavyweight in the industry.

Amidst the pulsating beats and fiery performances, Lamar surprised fans with a new jab at Drake as he incorporated references to Tupac in his set, further fueling speculation and excitement among the audience. The concert not only highlighted Lamar's musical genius but also served as a platform to honor the rich culture and heritage of Inglewood, resonating with fans across the globe.

In a remarkable display of unity and talent, Lamar's 'Pop Out' concert left a lasting impact on the music scene, solidifying his place as a visionary artist unafraid to push boundaries and challenge the status quo. The event was more than just a concert; it was a celebration of resilience, artistry, and the power of community, showcasing the best of LA's rap culture and paying homage to the legends who paved the way for artists like Lamar to shine.

Did you know that Kendrick Lamar played his Drake diss track 'Not Like Us' a total of five times during the concert, sending a clear message to his critics and asserting his dominance in the rap game? Additionally, the iconic moment when Dr. Dre requested a moment of silence to deliver a chilling introduction further added to the electrifying aura of the night, leaving fans in awe of the legendary collaboration.

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Here's Who Joined Kendrick Lamar On Stage During Drake Diss: Dr ... (Forbes)

Lamar doubled down on his feud with Drake at his “Pop Out — Ken & Friends” show, performing his diss tracks for the first time—including five consecutive ...

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Kendrick Lamar plays Drake diss track Not Like US five times at LA ... (BBC News)

Lamar brought out a host of LA rap stars to join him on five consecutive renditions of Not Like Us.

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Kendrick Lamar Joined by Dr. Dre at 'Pop Out': Concert Review (Variety)

Kendrick Lamar was joined by Dr. Dre and a battalion of L.A. rappers at his Juneteenth 'Pop Out' concert at the Kia Forum on Wednesday night.

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After Drake battle, Kendrick Lamar turns victory lap concert into LA ... (Spectrum News 1)

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Not content with merely taking a victory lap after winning his battle against fellow rap superstar Drake, Kendrick Lamar turned his ...

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Here's Everything That Happened at Kendrick Lamar's Juneteenth ... (Rolling Stone)

Dozens of West Coast rappers joined Lamar on stage at The Forum following his Drake beef.

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5 Things You Need to Know about Kendrick Lamar's Juneteenth ... (Billboard)

In a show called “The Pop Out” Kendrick did just that and Inglewood and the culture will forever be grateful.

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Kendrick Lamar throws in new Drake jab as he demands Tupac's ring (The Independent)

Rapper's addition to live version of 'Euphoria' comes after he lashed out at Drake for using an AI version of Tupac on a since-deleted diss track.

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Kendrick Lamar Popped Out in a Pair of OG Nike Shox (GQ Magazine)

Dr. Dre asking the arena for a moment of silence, so he can whisper the intro of nightmares? A cadre of rappers, NBA stars, and alleged gang members dancing in ...

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Kendrick Lamar 'Pop Out' concert: what happened, why is it important (Business Insider)

Kendrick Lamar performed his Drake diss track "Not Like Us" five times at "The Pop Out: Ken & Friends." Here's why the Juneteenth concert was about more ...

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The Internet Reacts to Kendrick Lamar's Nike Shox (Complex)

Fans had a lot to say about K-Dot's footwear during his 'Pop Out: Ken & Friends' concert.

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Kendrick Lamar plays Not Like Us 5 times, invites 25 artists at The ... (Hindustan Times)

The star-studded concert, held at Los Angeles' Kia Forum, was a nod to the West Coast rap fraternity.

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Kendrick Lamar's Victory Lap Unites Los Angeles (The New York Times)

Kendrick Lamar's Victory Lap Unites Los Angeles. After unofficially winning a high-profile diss war with Drake, the rapper hosted a Juneteenth concert that celebrated local heroes — and his own sharp-tongued tracks.

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Kendrick Lamar's Drake Victory Lap Unites Los Angeles (The New York Times)

After unofficially winning a high-profile diss war with Drake, the rapper hosted a Juneteenth concert that celebrated local heroes — and his own ...

Kendrick Lamar takes the West Coast off standby (WUNC)

Lamar's blowout Juneteenth concert, held at the Forum in Los Angeles and live-streamed on Amazon Music, planted flags for the future of LA rap, ...

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Kendrick Lamar takes the West Coast off standby (NPR)

Lamar's blowout Juneteenth concert, held at the Forum in Los Angeles and live-streamed on Amazon Music, planted flags for the future of LA rap, ...

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DeMar DeRozan dances onstage to Kendrick Lamar's Drake diss track (Los Angeles Times)

NBA star DeMar DeRozan was one of many dancing onstage to Kendrick Lamar's Drake diss track 'Not Like Us' at 'The Pop Out — Ken & Friends' concert on ...

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After Drake battle, Kendrick Lamar turns victory lap concert into LA ... (ABC News)

Not content with merely taking a victory lap after winning his battle last month against fellow rap superstar Drake, Kendrick Lamar turned his Juneteenth ...

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Kendrick Lamar Performs Drake Diss Track 'Not Like Us' 5 Times ... (Billboard)

After performing the live debut of his nuclear guest verse on Future and Metro Boomin's “Like That,” K. Dot welcomed his mentor and iconic West Coast rapper Dr.

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Kendrick Lamar turns victory lap concert into LA unity celebration (The Associated Press)

Kendrick Lamar turned his Juneteenth “Pop Out” concert at the Forum into a cathartic livestreamed celebration of Los Angeles unity.

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Kendrick Lamar's 'Pop Out' Show Was Olympic-Level Hating, and a ... (GQ Magazine)

King Kendrick assembles the West Coast Avengers for a “Not Like Us” victory lap in Inglewood.

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Rap battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake heating up again (WTMJ-TV)

On Wednesday, Kendrick performed his diss track "Not Like Us" live for the first time at his "Pop Out" concert in Los Angeles. During that performance, Kendrick ...

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Kendrick Lamar's Triumphant Pop Out Got Complicated With That Dr ... (TeenVogue.com)

Kendrick Lamar united Los Angeles with his triumphant Pop Out concert on Juneteenth, but complicated things by bringing out alleged abuser Dr. Dre.

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After Drake battle, Kendrick Lamar turns victory lap concert into LA ... (CP24 Toronto's Breaking News)

Not content with merely taking a victory lap after winning his battle against fellow rap superstar Drake, Kendrick Lamar turned his Juneteenth “Pop Out” ...

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Why Does Kendrick Lamar Want Drake to Return Tupac's Ring? (The New York Times)

At Mr. Lamar's Juneteenth concert on Wednesday, he made a request for Drake to return Mr. Shakur's iconic crown ring. Is this about more than just beef ...

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Snoop Dogg Praises Kendrick Lamar—Months After Drake Used His ... (Forbes)

Drake used the AI-generated voices of Snoop Dogg and Tupac Shakur in April on “Taylor Made Freestyle” to diss Lamar.

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Snoop Dogg Crowns Kendrick Lamar 'King of the West' Following ... (Billboard)

Snoop Dogg has crowned Kendrick Lamar "King of the West" following the latter's Pop Out concert in L.A. Watch Snoop praise Kendrick.

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'People Just Do Nothing' Star Drops Kendrick Lamar Cover Track ... (Deadline)

Asim Chaudhry has dropped a "Meet The Tories" Kendrick Lamar cover version mocking Rishi Sunak's government.

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DeMar DeRozan adds his own wrinkle to Drake, Kendrick Lamar ... (Yahoo Sports)

Compton rapper Kendrick Lamar sent shockwaves through the music world on Wednesday, hosting a one-night-only concert called “The Pop Out: Ken & Friends” at ...

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Snoop Dogg Crowns Kendrick Lamar 'King of the West' (LA Magazine)

The West Coast rap superstar praised Lamar's Juneteenth Pop Out and 'all of the homies that stood together, unified in peace and love'

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Taskmaster star releases rap song about the Prime Minister (digitalspy.com)

'Meet the Tories' is instead aimed at current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, as well as previous Tory PMs Boris Johnson, David Cameron and Margaret Thatcher. asim ...

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Amazon Music Releases Live Performance Video of Kendrick ... (HYPEBEAST)

Amazon Music Releases Live Performance Video of Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us": The livestream of Dot's “The Pop Out – Ken & Friends” show also set a new ...

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Kendrick Lamar Means 'Everything' to L.A.; Feud With Drake Is 'Just ... (LA Magazine)

DJ Hed, who warmed up the crowd for Kendrick Lamar's 'Pop Out' concert, talks about the rapper's impact on L.A. and what's really behind the feud with ...

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