CD Kendrick Lamar – To Pimp A Butterfly
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| 1 | Wesley's Theory | 4:47 |
| 2 | For Free? (Interlude) | 2:11 |
| 3 | King Kunta | 3:55 |
| 4 | Institutionalized | 4:32 |
| 5 | These Walls | 5:01 |
| 6 | U | 4:28 |
| 7 | Alright | 3:39 |
| 8 | For Sale? (Interlude) | 4:52 |
| 9 | Momma | 4:43 |
| 10 | Hood Politics | 4:53 |
| 11 | How Much A Dollar Cost | 4:22 |
| 12 | Complexion (A Zulu Love) | 4:23 |
| 13 | The Blacker The Berry | 5:29 |
| 14 | You Ain't Gotta Lie (Momma Said) | 4:02 |
| 15 | i | 5:36 |
| 16 | Mortal Man | 12:07 |
Kendrick Lamar – To Pimp A Butterfly (Top Dawg Entertainment, 2015)
Experience the definitive hip-hop masterpiece of the decade. Released in 2015 via Top Dawg Entertainment, To Pimp A Butterfly is an ambitious, genre-defying departure from Kendrick Lamar's previous work. Widely hailed by critics as an "instant classic," the album earned a rare 10/10 from The Needle Drop and a 9.3 from Pitchfork, cementing its place in music history.
Moving beyond traditional rap, the album serves as a rich "prog-rap cornucopia" that weaves together Jazz, Funk, and Soul. Featuring experimental production from Flying Lotus and contributions from the West Coast Get Down collective, the record is noted for its live-sounding instrumentation, skittering saxophones, and "bubbling funk basslines." It is a cinematic exploration of Black artistry, self-critique, and radical politics.
Key Highlights:
- Acclaimed Singles: Featuring the soulful "i," the aggressive "The Blacker The Berry," and the high-energy funk of "King Kunta."
- Star-Studded Collaborations: Includes appearances by Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, and Thundercat.
- Innovative Sound: A brilliant blend of avant-jazz and spoken word, often compared to the virtuosic spirits of Miles Davis and Sly Stone.
- Critical Milestone: Holds a stunning 96/100 Metacritic score, indicating universal acclaim.
Lyrically stellar and musically unprecedented, this CD release is an essential addition for any serious collector looking to own a piece of transformative hip-hop history.
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