Kendrick Lamar’s "Alright" Video Detailed by Director Colin Tilley
On Tuesday, Kendrick Lamar shared the black and white video for “Alright”. He flies around, raps atop a traffic light, and ultimately, smiles as he meets his end. In an attempt to unpack what’s happening in the video, MTV sat down with director Colin Tilley.
Tilley discussed the origins of the intro—the part where Lamar, Schoolboy Q, Ab-Soul, and Jay Rock are carried by police officers—which features a new verse from Lamar. Apparently, while Tilley and Lamar were discussing the imagery of having cops carry the car, Lamar came up with some new music on the spot.
…All of a sudden, Kendrick was like, “Hold on, man. I’m totally hearing something completely different for this right now.” He’s like, “I’m gonna write this song and we’ll send it to you tonight. But we’ll do this song as a segment before the video even starts.” So, they sent me the song like two days later and we continued to build on it.
Tilley also discussed some of the clip’s symbolism. Lamar is supposed to represent a Superman-like figure—a superhero in the sky that kids “aspire towards”. He also discusses Lamar’s smile at the end:
Well, you know, it’s all a dream world. So, he’s really saying, “Everything is still gonna be alright.” At the end, really, when he smiled, we were all playing around with the fact that we should just have the chorus come back like, “We gon’ be alright!” But then it would have just kept going. But like I said, it’s really all about the positivity.
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Sometimes we need a second chance at success! Following the recent tracks of Stressed Out and Non Believer, Kodak Black released the audio for Dis Time which garnered over 1.3 million views within its first week. Produced by Ayo B and Dr. Zeuz, “Dis Time” weaves together street narratives with the soulful resonance of a seasoned blues singer, showcasing Kodak’s unparalleled ability to turn pain and adversity into lyrical gold. Despite facing legal challenges, Kodak’s artistic prowess remains unscathed, with each release further solidifying his status as a young legend.
Today, Kodak unveils a self-directed video, solidifying Kodak’s status as a force to be reckoned with in the rap scene. With “Dis Time” and his forthcoming album, When I Was Dead, Kodak Black continues to push the boundaries of rap music, offering listeners a raw and unfiltered glimpse into his world. As he navigates superstardom, Kodak also takes on the roles of entrepreneur and philanthropist, launching labels like Sniper Gang and Vulture Love to further amplify his message. Stream the single here and check out the official video below.
In Ice Spice‘s latest revelation, the Bronx Baddie drops Gimmie A Light. This release signals the inaugural single from her highly anticipated debut album, Y2K. A culmination of her raw talent and unapologetic style, this record showcases Ice Spice’s signature whip-smart bars and commanding vocal presence. Produced by her longtime collaborator RiotUSA, the track cleverly incorporates a sample from Sean Paul‘s classic hit Gimme The Light, adding a nostalgic twist to her contemporary sound.
Directed by The Evil Twins, the official video transports viewers into a world of high glamour and hyperreality, featuring Ice Spice in a series of captivating scenes that blur the lines between fantasy and reality. Ice Spice’s recent performance of “Gimmie A Light” at Coachella left audiences in awe, fueling anticipation for her inevitable ascent to headliner status. With Y2K slated for release later this year, fans can expect a full-length album that lives up to the hype, building upon the success of her debut EP, Like..? Watch the visuals below and stream your copy here. Keep up with Ice Spice by following here on instagram, twitter, soundcloud, youtube, and spotify.
From Meek Mill to Lil Uzi Vert and Tierra Whack, Philadelphia is home to some of the hottest artists in the game. It should be no surprise we are sharing a new track from emerging 215 artist, Dell Corcetti. Titled “Priceless,” Dell croons over atmospheric production courtesy of Gibbo as he raps about his lady and lifestyle.
“With this song, I was aiming to capture the spirit of many songs from my old playlist that shaped my taste in music. That’s where I found my inspiration for how I stitched together my melodies. Not to mention, the beat alone already stirred inspiration inside of me. The producer (Gibbo) really did his thing.”
Stream Dell Corcetti’s “Priceless” below!
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