Kendrick Lamar, born Kendrick Lamar Duckworth, is celebrated as one of hip-hop’s greatest artists, known for his technical skill and complex songwriting. From his early days releasing music as K.Dot, he quickly rose to prominence with albums like Good Kid, M.A.A.D City and To Pimp a Butterfly, the latter embracing the history of African-American music and earning widespread acclaim. His latest track, "Euphoria," released as a response to Drake’s diss tracks "Push Ups" and "Taylor Made Freestyle," showcases Lamar’s signature sharp lyricism and biting critique. The song features a sample from Teddy Pendergrass's "You're My Latest, My Greatest Inspiration" and touches on themes of authenticity and manipulation. Critics have praised "Euphoria" for its humor, complex entendres, and Kendrick’s versatile performance, although some have found fault with its production. The track has already made waves, breaking the single-day streaming record for a hip-hop song and sparking widespread discussion and acclaim. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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