Kendrick Lamar celebrated his 27th birthday last week. As part of a recent interview with Devi Dev, he discussed his growth both as an artist and a person since Hip-Hop took the good kid out of the mad city and into the world. He also discussed the new album, the reaction to GKMC, his love for fans who have been down from day one and more. As with his rhymes, K. Dot showcases the depth and insight that have set him apart in his music, in his responses. Check out the video.

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