In a 2017 interview with Rolling Stone, Lamar explained that he's reminding himself and listeners to stay grounded. But, in the chorus, he reminds himself of the importance of humility. He sings, "B****, be humble / Sit down / Be humble." Then, Lamar dives into how successful he has become in recent years, talking about his Mercedes, his talent, and his widespread fame.
1 hit on the elusive Billboard Hot 100 chart and currently has over 1.5 billion streams on Spotify. Blige (via ET Online).Īside from his track "Alright," Lamar could perform his hit "HUMBLE." The 2017 track is the rapper's first solo No. Lamar is slated to perform alongside fellow hip-hop legends Dr. His song "Alright, featuring Pharrell Williams, remains a protest anthem for the cause (via People).Īfter years of hearing this song chanted on the streets by protestors, fans of the artist are hoping to hear it live on national television at the upcoming Super Bowl LVI halftime show on Feb. In addition to earning critical and commercial success, Lamar is known for creating the unofficial soundtrack for the Black Lives Matter movement. The 34-year-old has won 13 Grammys, became the first hip-hop artist to win a Pulitzer Prize for Music, and reportedly grossed over $40 million for his "DAMN" tour in 2017 (via Insider). Rapper Kendrick Lamar is one of the greatest artists of his generation.