In this special episode, The Rap Scholars explore the requirements necessary to be a rap god through taking a moment to reflect on the significance of Kendrick Lamar's DAMN, in the context of both his artistic catalogue and in contemporary rap generally. Nasir and Freddie explore the content of his work, as well as its impact in the genre. Music includes selections from DAMN; Kendrick Lamar. "DNA." DAMN. Aftermath/Interscope (Top Dawg Entertainment), 2017. MP3; Kendrick Lamar. "FEEL." DAMN. Aftermath/ Interscope (Top Dawg Entertainment), 2017. MP3; Kendrick Lamar. "FEAR." DAMN. Aftermath/ Interscope (Top Dawg Entertainment), 2017. MP3; Kendrick Lamar. "GOD." DAMN. Aftermath/ Interscope (Top Dawg Entertainment), 2017. MP3
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Citation
Marumo, Nasir, and France, Temar,
"Episode 4: Requirements of a Rap God: Kendrick Lamar"
(2017).
The Rap Scholars Season 1.
Brown Digital Repository. Brown University Library.
https://doi.org/10.26300/dqx9-jg34
Season 1 of the podcast was recorded between April and September 2017. Season 1 has six episodes with hosts Nasir Marumo and Alfred Kimani and featured guests. Season 1 theme music was produced by Zohair Beats and performed by Zodd …