To Pimp a Butterfly is the third studio album by American rapper Kendrick Lamar. It was released on March 15, 2015, by Top Dawg Entertainment, Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope Records.

Aside from physical features, are there major differences between the two, they seem to perform similar functions (both are pollinators for instance) - and moths tend to be nocturnal (which is why I think the theory that moths going to the light is the most correct 🤷🏻‍♂️)

Jun 30, 2021 · The tragic ending of the album and constant warning throughout that Kendrick can be- and has been- subjected to friend/family deaths and on Mortal Man, Tupac's, show that to pursue the symbol of being the 'pimped butterfly' is really the sign of death- the moth itself.

Apr 28, 2015 · Kendrick Lamar recently sat down with Mass Appeal for an interview, of which an excerpt was released on video of him explaining the album cover of his highly lauded To Pimp A Butterfly.

Mar 18, 2015 · In an interview with The New York Times, Kendrick explains the meaning behind the art. “taking the same things that people call bad and bringing them with me to the next level, whether it’s around the world or to the Grammys or the White House. You can’t change where I come from or who I care about.” Best album of 2015.

Jan 25, 2017 · In a live YouTube Q&A where Obama was asked who between Lamar and Drake would win in a rap battle, he chose the former and has gone on record several times to declare his praise TPAB and album...

Apr 29, 2015 · What stuck out most about the image was the children photoed. Kendrick sat down with Mass Appeal to explain the meaning behind what could potentially be one of Hip Hop’s most iconic artworks. “It’s me and my homeboys in front of the White House,” he said.

Mar 15, 2025 · The thug revolutionary presence of Tupac looms heavily over TPAB, with the album closer “Mortal Man” rejigging a rare interview where the West Coast legend chats about America being unprepared ...

To Pimp a Butterfly is Kendrick Lamar’s second major label studio album, and third full-length project. It was released via Top Dawg Entertainment, Aftermath Entertainment, and Interscope...

Oct 6, 2024 · On his previous album good kid, m.A.A.d city, the main focus is on his Compton lifestyle. This story was oftentimes told through voicemails by either Kendrick’s friends or family. He is...