Released on October 22, 2012, good kid, m.A.A.d city is the second studio album by American rapper Kendrick Lamar and his major label debut. It is a concept album that follows a young Kendrick over one chaotic day in the drug-infested streets of his native Compton, California. The album’s power lies in its narrative depth; it is not just a collection of songs but a cohesive story of a "good kid" trying to navigate a "mad city".
Kendrick learns that true love and self-worth cannot be found in street status, material wealth, or validation from others. 12. Compton (feat. Dr. Dre) Released on October 22, 2012, good kid, m
In the song, Lamar tells the story of his upbringing in Compton and its results. The song features MC Eiht of American gangsta rap... Sherane a.k.a Master Splinter’s Daughter Kendrick learns that true love and self-worth cannot
A masterclass in storytelling. The production shifts gears as Kendrick describes slipping into a criminal mindset simply because he is "with the homies." It details a residential burglary that nearly goes wrong. 5. Money Trees (feat. Jay Rock) Money Trees (feat. Jay Rock)