Epic particular company
Whereas he’s identified to throw some curveballs, Kendrick most likely referred to as his forthcoming present The Pop Out: Ken & Associates for a motive, and it’s most likely obtained one thing to do with an array of flashy particular company. For his half, “Not Like Us” producer Mustard has already mentioned he’s pulling up. On condition that he landed a No. 1 single by showing on Future & Metro Boomin’s “Like That,” it’s not too onerous to think about each displaying up for the live performance. Child Keem must be a lock. These are apparent candidates, however there’s no telling who and what Kenny will pull out on his victory lap of an occasion.
A “Not Like Us” efficiency for the ages
Barring a sudden change of coronary heart or some kind of behind-the-scenes finish of battle association, Kendrick must be performing “Not Like Us” for the primary time, and it might turn into as legendary as 2Pac performing “Hit Em Up” on the Home of Blues; think about ScHoolboy, Jay Rock and Ab-Soul flanking Kendrick onstage like a supercharged model of the Outlaws. It’s the right monitor for a live performance nearer, nevertheless it might additionally lengthen the occasion when the gang asks for an encore.
He’ll Skip “Meet The Grahams
As dope as it’s, don’t be shocked if Kendrick skips “Meet The Grahams” for this specific affair. Whereas it’s an simple fireplace diss monitor, it’s additionally an uncomfortable character research with 4 prolonged verses that may simply sap the festive vibes from a Juneteenth evening.
A TDE Reunion
Kendrick might need left Prime Dawg Leisure (TDE), however loyalty goes deeper than labels. All through his Drake beef, of us like TDE founder Anthony “Prime Dawg” Tiffith, ScHoolboy Q and Jay Rock have tweeted in help of Kendrick’s trigger, letting the world know simply the place their allegiance lies. On condition that ScHoolboy’s simply dropped a brand new album, and that Jay Rock’s additionally purported to drop a brand new LP quickly, they’ve obtained all of the extra motive to drag up for Kendrick’s present for a efficiency, which might additionally result in a number of micro-reunions. Principally, it’s totally potential that ScHoolboy Q and Kendrick carry out “Collard Greens” earlier than Jay Rock takes the stage with Kung Fu Kenny for his or her “Wow Freestyle.” In a really perfect world, they’d all hit the stage to premiere a particular TDE mixture of “Not Like Us,” however we’d be proud of a reunion — for now.
A Barrage of Hit Singles
With the celebratory nature of Juneteenth and the final concept that he’s coming off an epic rap battle victory, of us shouldn’t anticipate an entire lot of deep cuts or somber introspection from Kendrick. As an alternative, he’ll most likely carry out tracks like “DNA,” “Humble,” “Not Like Us” and extra upbeat tracks from Mr. Morale & The Massive Steppers. This fashion, he can preserve issues festive whereas turning his present into an HBCU-style turn-up.
