Kendrick Lamar’s ‘The Heart Pt. 6’ features a heartfelt shoutout to Ab-Soul, acknowledging him as an influence.
- Ab-Soul expressed deep gratitude and admiration for Kendrick Lamar, calling him a brother for life.
- Kendrick Lamar admitted he modeled his style after Ab-Soul, showcasing a deep respect between the artists.
- ‘The Heart Pt. 6’ also highlighted why a complete Black Hippy album remains unreleased, attributing it to Kendrick’s creative journey.
- ScHoolboy Q recently confirmed the unlikelihood of a Black Hippy reunion, emphasizing their diverging musical paths.
Kendrick Lamar has dropped an emotional nod to Ab-Soul in his track “The Heart Pt. 6.” In this song, Kendrick recalls Ab-Soul’s talent, depicting him as “mumbling raps” and “crumblin’ kush.” Kendrick admits he aspired to rhyme like Ab-Soul, evidencing their profound artistic connection.
In response, Ab-Soul went live on Instagram, expressing his appreciation for Kendrick’s shoutout. He referred to Kendrick as more than a fellow artist, but a brother with whom he’d shared countless personal and professional experiences.
Ab-Soul didn’t hold back in stating, “I’m very honored, that’s my brother in real life. I’d take a bullet for cuz.” His words underline their tight bond, cultivated over shared struggles and music industry hustle.
Despite receiving praise from Kendrick, Ab-Soul clarified that he believes he learned extensively from the Compton rapper. He humorously claimed that Kendrick couldn’t have possibly studied him more than the reverse. This mutual respect and camaraderie form the core of their relationship.
In a bold declaration, Ab-Soul called himself the best rapper alive, adding a playful yet confident twist to the dialogue. He claimed this title with humility, reiterating that it’s not arrogance but his passion and dedication to the craft.
The track “The Heart Pt. 6” also sheds light on why Black Hippy, featuring Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul, Jay Rock, and ScHoolboy Q, never released a full album. Kendrick owned up to prioritizing his creative evolution over the group’s album aspirations.
Meanwhile, in another conversation, ScHoolboy Q reiterated there’s little chance of a Black Hippy project now. He emphasized that each member, including Ab-Soul, is pursuing individual creative paths, making a group reunion unlikely.
In the world of hip-hop, Kendrick Lamar and Ab-Soul continue to demonstrate their unique brotherhood and mutual respect, enriching the genre with their authentic collaboration.
