With this concept in mind, let’s dissect DAMN. The most common one (and the one confirmed by Kendrick) was that the album could be played in reverse, telling two different stories. was subject to a variety of fan theories. In his previous album, Kendrick was shaping to become a voice of reason, whereas here he turns into a prophet, asking his listeners to decide his fate. The production is more in line with contemporary rap with bass rattling bangers (DNA, XXX), radio-friendly anthems (HUMBLE, LOYALTY, LOVE), and boom-bap streams of consciousness (FEAR, DUCKWORTH). tells a different story, instead, it focuses on morality, faith, and the consequences of disobeying god. His previous album, 2015’s To Pimp a Butterfly was characterized by its funk/jazz-influenced production, as well as its concept of self-love and what it means to be a black man in America. In wake of the album passing its 4 year anniversary and speculation that a new project will be coming soon, I decided to re-visit the Pulitzer prize-winning album to analyze and dissect the major themes it portrays. Aside from his work on the Black Panther soundtrack, and save for a guest feature once in a blue moon, Lamar has remained radio silent ever since. Part of me still can’t fathom that it’s been this long since we last heard from the Compton MC. His fourth studio album and as of right now, his most recent body of work. It’s been 4 years since Kendrick Lamar released DAMN.

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