Born on June 17, 1987, Kendrick Lamar Duckworth is an American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He is frequently mentioned as one of his generation’s most important rappers. In addition to his solo endeavors, he collaborates with former Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) labelmates Ab-Soul, Jay Rock, and Schoolboy Q as a part of the hip hop ensemble Black Hippy.

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