Hands down the most humble man in the industry

I don't see how people hate on Kendrick. He's been grinding for 11 years (14 if you count when he wasn't signed), always pays homage to the Legends, & just says he wants to be the best. Do y'all wake up wanting to be 2nd best?

When Kendricks career ends he's gonna be one of the biggest things that's happened to Hip-Hop..

"I forgive you..." Damn son. This man is on another level.

The mind of Kendrick Lamar is the reason why I'm still alive

Biggie only had two albums and y'all say he's the best. When ppl say Kendrick's the best - haters say "no he is not! he only put out two albums." FOH!

Whenever Kendrick is asked a question notice how he looks at every single person in the room while he is voicing his opinion. He is including everyone and that is so respectful. Great man, great music, great path he's taken.

realest kendrick interview i seen thus far, good conversation

Kendrick Lamar, the best new school rapper, period.

Literally haven't listened to any other music since To Pimp a Butterfly came out. Love this album.

You can see his pain when he spoke about some of his homies being killed while on tour and forgiving his fans for taking his comments out of text nothing but respect from me.

23:22 - he talks about how he was never about being famous - this man consistent his whole career - and spoke on it in the beef too

Love how this dude actually takes time to think and craft a thoughtful response to many of these questions instead of just shitting out a half assed response

It's a classic now

Fresh off the Drake and Kendrick beef I just wanna say even though I was team Drake and things got heated I have respect for who Kendrick is as a person. Dude is solid.

I dont get how someone can say he is overrated. Even if u dislike him. U gotta put respeck on his name.

shits already a classic bruh

I think TPAB is ONE of the greatest albums I've ever heard. I can't get into the specifics of why because it would be a long essay. lol but it really touched my soul. Even my little 13 yr old brother loved it & understood the message.

I love cole but he's being a vegeta and needs to catch up with goku when u look at it that way

don't play background music during interviews anymore, thanks

''To Pimp A Butterfly'' is easily Kendrick's best work...IMO.

Kendrick Lamar is too real, he's so ahead of his young age , he's only 27 but has the mind and soul of a 1000 year old guru, Best Artist of His Time Hands Down

Whenever he talks it feels like a song. So much wisdom and curiosity in such a young man.

A lot of things Kendrick say is deep

Realist Negus alive

lol after what he did to the Drizzler even the way he says "I forgive you" to haters here sounds vaguely threatening

Rosenberg said I dunno if there is ever been time in history were 2 or 3 or 4 of the biggest artists in the game were that lyrical and committed to hip hop...Nigga are you serious? The biggest artists in hip hop were always lyrical back in the 90s. I swear Rosenberg gets on my nerves with his dumb comments.

I wish I could talk to Kendrick one on one...

I like his voice.. he switches it up and sounds so sexy! I’ve never watched so much Kendrick content like I am now.. truly there is opportunity in war! ❤❤❤

To hear him say that he initially writes for prisoners is fascinating.

Hip-hop moving in a positive light...FINALLY

Section 80 - 9 GKMD - 9.5 TPAB - 10 Kendrick next will be hard too top🔥💯

I respect Kendrick wayyyyy more after this interview

There's a distinct difference in how Kendrick talks now - he sounds much older than his years. He's still only 27, but some of what he says sounds like a 10+ years artist,or even, an older guy who's been through some things. Comparing this to previous interviews, even the Nardwuar interview, you can see the maturity. This is what will stand the test of time ultimately. The album isn't a classic (YET!), but the themes and conversations it has sparked, and will spark, must be reward enough for an artist who cares about "doing things right".

Why would people hate kendrick lamar? He is a good rapper and such a nice and humble person

Good bless Kendrick For making such a phenomenal album. Surely will make history in the rap archives. Much love

honestly a living legend. will be one of the greatest.

I love how Rosenberg stayed quiet when Kendrick said you shouldn't call the album a classic as soon as you hear it, you should give loads of time for the album to digest, and pretentious lame-o Rosenberg didn't mention how he called it an instant classic straight away, the day it dropped, rosenberg pisses me off sometimes !!!

Shit got real AF when he said EYE Forgive You

I feel like artists like Kendrick, J. Cole, Joey Bad, Wale, Big KRIT, Lupe, etc are really being true to their art and refuse to adhere to what's on the radio. Honestly, people would sometimes include Drake in a comment like this but I don't get. I have nothing against his music but I just can't get with the lyrics, and I know Drake can go into more deep and thought provoking topics

Been waiting on this interview for a minute! Did not dissapoint! Recommended for all music lovers, not just Kendrick fans..

K Dot, J. Cole, and Drake are definitely the new legends, but Drake ain't holding down no culture or standing for something HEAVY.

It’s strange there’s never been an interview with an artist quite like a Kendrick interview, the interviewers ain’t babying him at all they low-key intimidated by his knowledge, they treating him with respect

one night while i was in prison SNL came on and w/Kendrick as the guest. Love my self lifted me up....got me through

fuck I adore him

Kendrick was about to catch a body in that room...lol talking about some I forgive you.... Azealia Banks you can sit down now...

King Kunta as a single is just such a dope idea.

Kendrick, J Cole and Drake are at the forefront of the Culture for the new generation, and these guys are hungry. We may be coming amongst another "Golden Era" of hip-hop..

Did Rosenberg just say he doesn't think there's been a time where the two biggest artists were as lyrical as Kendrick and Cole I'm sick of this nigga on everything

Music in the background killing the whole vibe of the interview!!

After watching this interview i gain way more respect for Kendrick especially talking about depression. It was like i'm one of those people he is talking about most definitely going to buy the album salute my brother one love.

Once he dies, he will be remembered as one of the greatest rappers to ever do it. He is the king

'i' is indeed one of the greatest Hip-Hop songs ever

I didn't like the album on my first listen but now it's apart of my daily routine

Literally have hated every one of Kendrick’s albums on the first listen but after a few listens they always grow on me and I end up loving them

Can they just interview him without all the background noise and instrumentals...

"When shit hits the fan, is you still a fan?" Hell fucking yeah!

Love that they've mentioned J. Cole in this interview. When you think of the best of this generation, most of the time they like to say Drake and Kendrick all the time without realizing that Cole is on that level as well. Overall, nobody from this generation is doing what those three are doing and this is very special. We should all appreciate it and live in the moment, cause this will be rare years from now. As for Rosenberg, I think Jay-Z & DMX was the last time we've seen two rappers who were "that lyrical and that dedicated to Hip-Hop." You can even argue Lupe Fiasco when he had the popularity and Lil Wayne from that '05-'08 era when he was in such a zone as well.

to pimp a butterfly is easily my favorite project in the last 15 years

Now that the album lived a little bit it’s 100% a Classic!!!

king kendrick.....

Thanque K-Dizzle for TPAB. I just went back and bumped GKMC but the new joint bumps even bettah in me cah. Blessed and talented u r.

Awesome interview. The topics were diverse, and his answers were solid. He makes me thoroughly proud as a Comptonite.

To Pimp A Butterfly is Definitely a classic now in 2021

i swear if it wasn't for kendrick and a few other artists, i wouldn't be the same person i am today

Someone should make vines of the times where he talked about people getting twisting his words. It's funny how Chief Keef said he was going to raise the murder rate with his album & Young Thug said "I'm too iced out to care about black people dying" & nobody criticized them heavily.

I am so impressed with Kendrick. I hadn't planned on getting his album but after this interview.... I'm definitely getting it. Great Job K. Dot.

He's a beast on the mic and plus he raps about things that matter to everyday life too, i never heard this dude raps about having lot of cars, girls, jewels or lot of mansions, he raps about things that most of us can related too, big up to K Dot man

I confess I'm a "To Pimp A Butterfly" chronic

Great interview! Added respect for this guy each time I see him speak or perform. I don't believe in instant classics either, but TPAB is beyond a first listen judgement - It's an album that you unfold further with each listen. That's why it's easier to hate on, too complex for some to understand. Reminds me of Section 80, I love the vibe! Australia is ready to see you for the third time, King K.Dot!!

This is by far the realest interview I have seen on Hot 97. Good job guys :)

With Kdot in Hip Hop "We Gon Be Alright". Lucy must be pissed to see this "mortal man" thriving. Clearly you cant "Institutionalise" this dudes mind. Keep being Nelson like ma-G. If shit hits the Fan im gon always be a Fan. * and if your light shines out and its your time to settle down , Ill sing about you and say that Kendrick is realest NEGUS alive.

When the beat drop on Wesley theory hard affff groovy

i love kendrick's style...!! peace peace

Great interview. Love Kendrick.

the way they’re talking about streaming in this interview is crazy when you take into consideration how that’s the standard for receiving music now.

Im european could someone explain why j. Cole is considered one of The greatest atm? For me Kendrick is for sure The most talented and creative but why j cole? His Album was good but hes nowhere near kdot for me

Is it just me, but Wesleys Theory is one of the best joints on the album?

Why the fuck nobody asked about the untitled's Colbert report song? That song was dope as fuck, would be perfect see that in the To Pimp a Butterfly Deluxe Album

I love kendrick

14:57 is the moment you see all faces locked in on Kendrick Lamar!!!! Look at Ebro and Peter. They looking like they're astonished by Kendrick Lamar, his music and his message!! Kendrick is HIP HOP!!! It's not ONE dude who's doing HIP HOP, big, that's fucking with Kendrick, NOT ONE!!! Dude is AMAZING.

He says how important shows are, but it’s almost been a year since TPaB dropped and he hasnt been on a world tour... I am really mad at him for that. He needs to come to Europe man. Please Kendrick...

I've been waiting for the joint album since temptation, and when I heard forbidden fruit by J cole ft kendrick I thought it was a sign that it'll be next! Mann I can't wait, please release that fire.

love his work. my husband and i listened to his new album into work.. wow! :) we need him in the game

Butterfly is the best Hip Hop album in years...King Kendrick deserves that crown

Kendrick is King of NY. Facts.

this was the best interview ive seen from these guys. much respect

I listened to this album for the first time in 2020, it’s a classic

KING KENDRICK !! FIRST!

background instrumentals are way too loud. great questions tho, solid interview.

Been waiting for this Interview straight fuego 🌋🌋🌋

Love interviews like this good shit more stuff like this and that's already a step to changing culture!

First TIME EVER commenting on YT but I dig this brother cuz I like THE WHOLE ALBUM! We have become a single-driven culture! A lot of aural ADHD goin' on and cats (myself included!) really seem to dig the whole album.

He is the best. No hate , never. Love him always.

Such a humble man, I love kendrick so much, definitely my inspiration and role model as a musician

Here in New England we are for Kendrick Lamar

40 minutes of good shit

The voice of this generation. I love him.

"You fear what you don't understand or what you don't want to understand. Period." Yo Kendrick is dropping gems in this interview. One of my favorite artists and people. I hope this journey of his continues to go positive and just have an upward trajectory.

I remember when I was in 11th grade listening to Section 80 and no one at my school was listening to Kendrick. It's great to see him where he is now.