"good kid, m.A.A.d city" 2010 (jan 1, 2010 – jan 2, 2010)
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2010Title and Sub-Genre: Kendrick Lamar's Album "good kid, m.A.A.d city" (Conscious Hip-Hop)
Key Composers and Musicians: Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Dre, Scoop DeVille, Hit-Boy
Key Features/Characteristics: Thought-provoking lyrics, intricate narratives, diverse production, social commentary.
The lyrics "nice kid, m.A.A.d city" by Kendrick Lamar delve deeply into the struggles that young African Americans confront while examining topics of violence, race, and self-discovery. Through complete immersion in Kendrick Lamar's childhood in Compton, California, the album elevated hip-hop's storytelling element. Lamar became a prominent figure in modern hip-hop thanks to its complex storylines, reflective lyrics, and dramatic production, which won it broad praise from critics. "good kid, m.A.A.d city" was nominated for several Grammy awards, including Best Rap Album. With its lyrics about young peer pressure and intoxication, the song "Swimming Pools (Drank)" became a mainstream hit.
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jan 1, 2010
jan 2, 2010
~ 24 hours