Kendrick Lamar did the unthinkable at the 67th Grammy Awards, bagging not one, but five gramophones (Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Music VideoMusic VideoA short film made to accompany a song, combining visuals, performance, and storytelling to reinforce the music. Since the days of television, music videos have been a space for creativeGo to Music Video Glossary, Best Rap Song, and Best Rap Performance) from the Recording Academy for his smash hit “Not Like Us.”
Lamar swept the rap category in the awards show, held in his hometown state of California. It would have been a disservice to the audience to not see Lamar take home at least one award. However, it was the unwavering support and solidarity of the Los Angeles community, plus the collective voice of the Recording Academy voting body, that propelled him to win the most awards of the night.
Back in the Philippines, local hip-hop artists were quick to celebrate Lamar’s monumental victory. “He deserves it all!” Waiian, a Makati-based rapper and co-founder of hip-hop label LIAB Studios, told Rolling Stone Philippines. “Nakakabuhay malaman na may hope and good things come for people who keep it real and stick to their guns in this industry of fucking aesthetic and senseless content.”
Pampanga-basedBasedBased is slang expressing approval for someone unapologetically stating their genuine opinion, regardless of whether it's popular, controversial, or conventionally acceptable within discourse. Originally associated with certain online political subcultures,Go to Based Glossary rapper kiyo also shared his reaction to the historic win, saying, “Sa isip ko lang, ‘Pa’no na si Drake nyan?’ Cultural shit na din eh. Talagang malakas ang dugo.”
Lamar’s influence on hip-hopHip-HopA culture and genre built on rap, DJing, breakdancing, and graffiti, born in New York in the 1970s. Filipino hip-hop has grown into a powerful voice, with artists rapping inGo to Hip-Hop Glossary transcends borders, reaching even as far as the Philippines. His impact on the genre resonates deeply with rappers from all walks of life, proving that his artistry and authenticity know no limits.
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