02014cam a2200337 i 4500 513960039 TxAuBib 20211022120000.0 210211s2021||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 2021006630 9781250231680 HRD 29.99 125023168X HRD 29.99 TxAuBib rda Lewis, Miles Marshall, 1970- Promise that you will sing about me [BOOK] : the power and poetry of Kendrick Lamar / Miles Marshall Lewis. First edition. New York : St. Martin's Press, 2021. 256 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier sti rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier Includes discography (pages 246-251) and index. Ronald Reagan Era -- Hood politics -- Loyalty -- All the stars -- The spiteful chant -- DNA -- m.A.A.d city -- Kendrick Chorus. Kendrick Lamar is one of the most influential rappers, songwriters and record producers of his generation. Widely known for his incredible lyrics and powerful music, he is regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time. In Promise That You Will Sing About Me, pop culture critic and music journalist Miles Marshall Lewis explores Kendrick Lamar’s life, his roots, his music, his lyrics, and how he has shaped the musical landscape. With incredible graphic design, quotes, lyrics and commentary from Ta-Nehisi Coates, Alicia Garza and more, this book provides an in-depth look at how Kendrick came to be the powerhouse he is today and how he has revolutionized the industry from the inside. Provided by publisher. 20211022. Lamar, Kendrick 1987- Criticism and interpretation. Rap (Music) History and criticism.