Lecrae Fires Back at Kendrick Lamar with New Track Following Name Drop

Kendrick Lamar has been making waves recently, especially following his historic rap battle against Drake, which has solidified his status as a leading figure in hip-hop. This year, he was announced as the headliner for the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, a choice made by JAY-Z’s Roc Nation and Apple Music.

Shortly after this announcement, Lamar released a new, untitled track exclusively on Instagram, which fans have dubbed “Watch the Party Die” based on its chorus. In this boom bap-inspired song, Lamar expresses his frustrations with the current state of the music industry. He raps, “Sometimes I wonder what Lecrae would do?/ Fk these ngas up or show ’em just what prayer do?” highlighting his internal conflict between empathy and the need for action.

Lecrae responded to Lamar’s mention in his verse, reflecting on his own experiences in the industry and the challenges he faces. He rapped about navigating clout-chasing and the pressures of fame, stating, “The culture got enough clout-chasing vultures out here tryna prove they worth.”

“Watch the Party Die” has resonated with both new and longtime fans of Lamar, particularly those who may not have engaged with his previous work due to its nonsecular themes. The track critiques materialism and superficiality in hip-hop culture while also addressing broader societal issues.

Fans have reacted positively to the release, with one commenting, “Okay let’s go !! We love to see this. This what I’m talking about connect the dots for the world.” Notably, producer Hit-Boy also expressed his approval with fire emojis on social media.

As Lamar prepares for his Super Bowl performance and continues to engage in meaningful discourse through his music, “Watch the Party Die” serves as a powerful statement about authenticity and integrity in an industry often criticized for its lack of depth.

Chad Mauli

Chad is a professional journalist specializing in Hip-Hop culture and writing music reviews.