Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl interview stirred up a range of emotions on The Joe Budden Podcast. The conversation was interesting but played it safe.
- Ice and Parks noted Kendrick’s eloquence but missed the fiery debates.
- They praised Kendrick’s insights on battle rap and his creative drive.
- Joe Budden found the interview too corporate for his taste.
- Ice summarized Kendrick’s straightforward approach: ‘Anything I got to say, I’ma say it in rap.’
The Joe Budden Podcast recently offered its take on Kendrick Lamar’s interview ahead of his Super Bowl performance. While they commended the effort by hosts Ebro Darden and Nadeska Alexis, the conversation was seen as safe and lacking the intensity some fans wanted.
Ice and Parks noted that while Kendrick was articulate, there was a lack of hot topics or heated discussions. Given Kendrick’s influential position, listeners hoped for more depth.
Still, they appreciated some of Lamar’s remarks, particularly those about battle rap, competitiveness, and his inspirations for the ‘GNX’ album.
Joe Budden expressed dissatisfaction with the polished, corporate tone of the interview, suggesting that an exchange with Glasses Malone might have been a more genuine experience.
Despite their critiques, the podcast recognized that Kendrick Lamar is a massive figure in the industry, perhaps too big for such an interview format.
Melyssa Ford speculated that Kendrick’s comments on certain tracks might be a teaser for his Super Bowl set, and there’s anticipation building despite some skepticism.
Ish mentioned Kendrick’s aversion to real-life drama, noting his focus on music rather than personal conflicts. This is aligned with Kendrick’s ethos: ‘Anything I got to say, I’ma say it in rap.’
Kendrick Lamar’s interview may not have been as fiery as some hoped, but he continues to let his music do the talking.
