Kendrick Lamar is a truly influential individual. More than just a rapper, Lamar has earned recognition as a revolutionary. His lyrical prose highlights real-life issues, acknowledging the struggles of Black culture in America while also uplifting his community. His activism and social awareness remind us of renowned legendary rap artists, both from the past and present, such as Tupac Shakur and J. Cole. Considering his cultural impact, It’s no surprise that a biography on the rapper’s life is in the works.
The book, “The Butterfly Effect: How Kendrick Lamar Ignited the Soul of Black America,” will be written by music critic and journalist, Marcus J. Moore. It will explore Kendrick Lamar’s rise to success in the music industry.
Some big news I’ve been eager to share: I’ve signed with @TouchstoneBooks to write the cultural biography of Kendrick Lamar. My book, “The Butterfly Effect: How Kendrick Lamar Ignited the Soul of Black America,” will detail his rise to rap superstardom. pic.twitter.com/6Fm68sFBad
— Marcus J. Moore (@MarcusJMoore) March 22, 2018
Touchstone Books, a division of Simon & Schuster, will publish the book. The company has published books on many musical icons, including Paul McCartney, Charlamagne Tha God, and Joey Ramone.
With that impressive list of clientele, we have a lot of hope for what’s in store as we wait for the announcement of a release date.
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