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What Kendrick Lamar taught me about facing my enemies
The Compton rapper took direct aim at his rival, Drake. Should you do the same to those who’ve wronged you?
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The Kendrick Lamar and Drake feud is over — or at least it should be
After a night of rap feuding to remember, it’s now time to move on for everyone’s sake
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Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Euphoria’ diss to Drake sets the stage for rap’s next great feud
After Lamar dropped a six-minute takedown, it’s now the Canadian rapper’s turn to respond
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‘Illmatic’ at 30: A look back at rap’s perfect album
In 1994, Illmatic earned Nas comparisons to the greatest. In 2024, he and his first album are certified GOATs.
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Organized Noize producer Rico Wade gave Atlanta its voice and amplified it with a capital A
Charismatic Southern hip-hop pioneer who discovered Outkast and gave Future his start died at age 52
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With DJ Mister Cee’s death, hip-hop mourns the loss of an irreplaceable titan
The legendary Brooklyn DJ, who played vital roles in Big Daddy Kane and Notorious B.I.G.’s careers, died at 57
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Dee-1 is on a mission to clean up hip-hop. But is his message connecting?
The rapper infuses faith and meaning in his uplifting songs
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This is J. Cole’s moment
North Carolina rapper is back with new album, an upcoming festival, and a rap beef with Kendrick Lamar
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Kendrick Lamar’s desire to be the greatest is making hip-hop fun
Kendrick Lamar’s shots landed an elite athlete