One of the nice things about living in European (or Asian) time, is that you don't automatically get dragged into the American cultural circus, so you hear that someone is *Famous In America*, and you're like,
Well, that's nice for them, never heard of them, hope they have fun with that.
Like, the German news mentioned the Superbowl was on and that some rapper guy was doing the half-time show that had won a bunch of Grammys and I looked over and said, "Have you ever heard of him?"
"Nope. I don't know where these football teams are from, either. I only know the Redskins and the Ravens and the Cowboys. And that the Dolphins make Hootie cry."
"I think they aren't called the Redskins, anymore, dear. They're called something else. I don't know what, tho. Something very forgettable, apparently."
"Well, that's a shame. Otherwise, DC could play Dallas and it would be a game of Cowboys and Indians."
"Well, I've never heard any of this guy's music, but I saw a picture someone on Nostr posted of some black guy holding a bunch of golden trophies, so that must be who this is."
"Well, now we know. Shh. Movie is starting."
That sounds like the same conversation I that this American would have.
It’s a peaceful
Okay. Not knowing who Kendrick Lamar is…I think that’s much more of a you thing and not a European thing.
On the contrary, she knows much more than the average european knows
Kendrick Lamar is pretty well-known in Europe. He’s had successful tours there, headlined major festivals like Glastonbury, and his albums have topped charts in multiple European countries. Hip-hop is huge globally, and Kendrick is one of the biggest names in the genre, so most music fans in Europe—especially younger ones—are likely familiar with him. Like I said, I think this is more of a her thing, and not a European thing.
Not so much as you think. Maybe some young people who listen to this genre know him, why not, but to expect other people to know him? No way...
Look, this is a stupid thing to argue about, but I think I’m just objectively more right on this.
Kendrick Lamar is one of the biggest names in hip-hop globally, and hip-hop itself is one of the most popular music genres in Europe. His albums have topped the charts in multiple European countries, he’s headlined major festivals like Glastonbury (UK), Open’er (Poland), Roskilde (Denmark), and Primavera Sound (Spain), and his songs have consistently performed well on streaming platforms across Europe.
Yeah, sure it’s true that not everyone in Europe knows him—just like not everyone in the U.S. knows him— but that’s the exception that proves the rule; he’s still one of the most widely recognized artists. Expecting every European to know him might be a stretch, but claiming that only “some young people” who listen to hip-hop would recognize him understates his mainstream reach.
You’re just trying to be edgy and downplay his influence. And you’re providing no actual argument; just your feelings on the matter. It’s okay to just admit you’re wrong; it might be good for you.
Yes it is a stupid thing to argue, but it is kind of funny. Of course i could be wrong.
Still my impression is that this guy is unknown. Michael Jackson was a recognisable figure, Jennifer Lopez also, Eminem also who was also in hip hop i think. But this guy? No he is unknown in general.
And i live in Europe too...
Again that says more about you 🤷🏼♀️
No. It says about you. You can't accept that this guy is insignificant. You think hip hop events are important events. They are not and he is unknown. And many people like to hear music with lyrics in their own language.
Yes he might be a rising star. But that is as far as it can go.
lol
