So The Recording Academy has just been sitting on an uncensored, HD version of this for ten years and just now decides to release it? Anyway, it's absolutely amazing how Kendrick raps for at least 30 seconds straight with maybe five breaths.
I watched this live when it aired and I remember thinking Kendrick being such a great inclusion in the performance. But seeing the artist he’s become now this simply feels like a fever dream, it’s always great to be reminded. Also this is exactly why Kendrick is doing the SuperBowl Halftime Show just look at the passion and grit he gives during his raps truly one of the greatest to ever do Hip Hop!🐐🔥
One day people will get that Kendrick was both MJ and Prince like he puts as much into the artistry and entertainment value as both those legends did into their craft. I'll tell my kids this Piru from Compton was the rap goat of his era and one of the 5 greatest rappers ever. No bots necessary.
I haven’t watched the Grammys Live in years, only the performance videos on youtube but if they announce Kendrick to be a performer for 2025, I’ll be watching live for sure.
In retrospect, the decision to put Maad City before radioactive seems poetic. I don't know how to describe it in words. 😅 The first song embodied conflict, both internal and external. Then tension grew until it went nuclear-- BOOM: Radioactive.
@minute 2:25 is exactly the reason why Kendrick Lamar is performing at the Superbowl this year. Jay Z is now the artistic director of the Superbowl since 2019 and he is hand picking the acts. Hov saw Dot in this performance and it's a no brainer. He can easily cross over to ALL audiences and powerful performance!
I watched this live and was going nuts!!! If you haven't been to a K Dot concert, and get an opportunity, please go. It is electric, breathtaking, nothing like it.
I’ve seen Kendrick twice and I am simply an entirely different person when that man is on stage in front of me. It’s like I’m possessed by his spirit until he’s done performing.. it’s unreal.. and i can’t even bring myself to take photos or videos of the performance because it just feels insulting to not soak in every drop of energy in the room and give it right back to him
This was such a treat to watch. Kendrick Lamar is the GOAT. And Taylor is the best kinda celebrity to have in the audience. loved how supportive she was. the energy is infectious.
You guys are a decade late in posting this. Nevertheless, I appreciate having the option of rewatching this fantastic performance in a clear, high-quality video. This is one of my favorite Grammys performances!
That year was the first (and only) time I've ever watched the Grammys and holy crap. I never really cared about Kendrick before that because I avoided radio music like the plague. I smoked and once Kendrick came on, I was blown away at his lyrical prowess. Maad City became one of my all time favorite tracks from then on and that's the only thing I even remember from that whole show.
Same. I was expecting to imagine dragons performance only to see Kenny collaborate with them. It was jaw dropping. I started searching him then after. Listening to good kid maad city. 😊
I remember watching this. It was AMAZING! And the next act was some country western act that totally threw ice cold water on all of that energy. You can see that Tumbleweed restaurant-looking cactus coming up in the lower right corner. 🤣
I have to see this man live one day. I despise Drake, but I’m so grateful he thought he could take this man in a rap battle! If he didn’t, I wouldn’t have discovered how incredible Kendrick is. I knew his hits before. But never deep dived. Now, I am obsessed 😂 come to Scotland again Kendrick!
You have to see him!!! It's amazing. Imagine doing a performance like this 10 years ago and not correcting people when they say you're clout chasing. It really speaks to his character.
THIS IS WHY K-DOT IS PERFORMING AT SUPERBOWL 59!!!
Exactly
💙💙💙💙💙💙💙FACTS
Took the words right out my mouth❤😂❤😂 JAYZ LINKIN PARK G!!!!❤❤❤❤
Exactly. It’s his TIME.
@@Pink-Butterflies I usually forget to watch the halftime show but I’ll def watch this year!
Took the Grammys long enough to post this legendary performance
Brooo right!!
This was an EPIC smashup/performance
But like it’s crazy cause this ain’t even one of his best performances
They're cashing in on the love that Kendrick Lamar is receiving from across the world after defeating Drake...
They are not grammys, they are their's grammys. Yk whom I talking bout
That transition from the m.A.A.d. city hook to the Radioactive chorus gives me chills every time. Every time.
Finally no more having to bootleg this amazing performance. Do y’all remember how epic this was? Pepperidge Farm remembers
lmao and yes I watched it live and was blown away
"Pepperidge farms remembers" 😂😂😂 Just made me cackle out loud😂😂😂
Oh yeah I remember it! Glad I finally found it
I remember having the bootleg performance on my PSP.
Kendrick Lamar been HIM…some of yall just catching up!!🔥👑🥋🐐
Facts 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Exactly! 💪🏾😌
Period
Period!! I still remember watching this performance live. I was in awe!
Yesss sirrrr!
'' 3:28 I need you to understand that my plan B is to win your hearts..'' Man just take my money and see you at the Stadium tour with SZA
That's from his song I Am (Interlude) off the Kendrick Lamar EP. Take a listen if you haven't already. It's pure poetry.
@nedlog05 yeah awesome, thank you for this.. I'm heading over there to listen right now. 👍🏽👍🏽
Very apropos considering This the same night good kid, m.A.A.d city lost to Macklemore's album that night (which is even wilder in retrospect).
@@boni6713 😅🦄🖖
So The Recording Academy has just been sitting on an uncensored, HD version of this for ten years and just now decides to release it?
Anyway, it's absolutely amazing how Kendrick raps for at least 30 seconds straight with maybe five breaths.
This was my introduction to Kendrick, and it didn't disappoint!
Mine as well as Imagine Dragons and when I say this was THE BEST EVER MASHUP! Like 🤯🤯🤯
Nah! He been the goat since section 8
I watched this live when it aired and I remember thinking Kendrick being such a great inclusion in the performance. But seeing the artist he’s become now this simply feels like a fever dream, it’s always great to be reminded. Also this is exactly why Kendrick is doing the SuperBowl Halftime Show just look at the passion and grit he gives during his raps truly one of the greatest to ever do Hip Hop!🐐🔥
Taylor always love Kendrick
Always. That's his besty 😅❤
Right?!
Breathe 🫁 control on another level makes him the perfect for for the super bowl 🍜 Wayne could never!!!
I waking up at 6 AM 6 miles a day conditioning my wind yes
I deserves it all - Kendrick Lamar
@@aanonimouss_3634 he truly does ❤.. I am so happy and excited for Kendrick ..
And you can tell it’s gotten better since then!
This was WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY LONGGGGGG OVERDUE GRAMMYS but thank you 😂
"Wait.... so, he's been the goat all along?"
- New fans
One day people will get that Kendrick was both MJ and Prince like he puts as much into the artistry and entertainment value as both those legends did into their craft.
I'll tell my kids this Piru from Compton was the rap goat of his era and one of the 5 greatest rappers ever. No bots necessary.
Oh I love you for this comment.❤❤❤❤
Wow.., never seen this before… Kendrick is rock.😁🔥
10 years later…..🔥
Now post the Grammys performance Kendrick did with U2 and Dave Chappelle
It’s been there bro
ow yes! that was something else🔥
@@footballmaniacs6983 nah, it's not on TH-cam, there's only an edited version to get around copyright
@@GoliathWarfareIs this what you were talking about?
th-cam.com/video/Es92WGgSxes/w-d-xo.htmlsi=KJIHyq5pAD_plVOt
they went CRAZYYYYY
such a legendary performance
10 years later & still get goosebumps!
Wait! This was 10 years ago? 😳🤯 I can't even imagine what he gonna come up with for the Super Bowl, this man be doing real shows.
I haven’t watched the Grammys Live in years, only the performance videos on youtube but if they announce Kendrick to be a performer for 2025, I’ll be watching live for sure.
Since the Super Bowl is the week after, I don't think he's gonna perform at the Grammys.
@@pmandr29 Good point.
Been HIM all the time. The greatest to ever do it.
Still remember this! Amazing!
Lawd....they gearing up for his Grammy performance next year!
10 years, ive been watching the ripped version for 10 years.
In retrospect, the decision to put Maad City before radioactive seems poetic. I don't know how to describe it in words. 😅
The first song embodied conflict, both internal and external. Then tension grew until it went nuclear-- BOOM: Radioactive.
He started as a legend and will stay as a legend 🙌 God please protect this man!!!
Oh he is protected
My favorite Grammy performance *EVER* I remember giving them a standing ovation in my living room!
I’m glad he’s getting the recognition he deserves.
Kendrick has & always been the 🐐🔥
@minute 2:25 is exactly the reason why Kendrick Lamar is performing at the Superbowl this year. Jay Z is now the artistic director of the Superbowl since 2019 and he is hand picking the acts. Hov saw Dot in this performance and it's a no brainer. He can easily cross over to ALL audiences and powerful performance!
I watched this live and was going nuts!!! If you haven't been to a K Dot concert, and get an opportunity, please go. It is electric, breathtaking, nothing like it.
I’ve seen Kendrick twice and I am simply an entirely different person when that man is on stage in front of me. It’s like I’m possessed by his spirit until he’s done performing.. it’s unreal.. and i can’t even bring myself to take photos or videos of the performance because it just feels insulting to not soak in every drop of energy in the room and give it right back to him
@brookballer5067 Agreed! I've seen him once, and I was speechless. I still can't describe it to people.
Kendrick owns this performance. The greatest.
This was such a treat to watch. Kendrick Lamar is the GOAT. And Taylor is the best kinda celebrity to have in the audience. loved how supportive she was. the energy is infectious.
You guys are a decade late in posting this. Nevertheless, I appreciate having the option of rewatching this fantastic performance in a clear, high-quality video.
This is one of my favorite Grammys performances!
THIS IS WHY HE IS THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME
Finally a good quality version of this performance. this is what award show performances should be like, crazy collabs.
WOOOWWWW!!!! Here in 11/2024 and eyes wide open with the biggest smile!!! Love my guy, KDot!! He really been that guy!! ❤🔥🔥
Kendrick lamar ❤
King Kendrick
Is he gonna perform at the next award? hahahaha. The Ws this man is receiving is generational. Sensational Dot, sensational...
This slaps so hard. Can't believe it took this long to be uploaded.
The Imagine Dragons boys are having a blast up there!! 😆😆😝
The SNL performance is 🔥 too.
He owns every stage he is ever on! He is THAT guy! ❤
So dope to see his wife right next to Queen Latifah (2:56)
These kind of collaborations are pivitol moments in music history all the way back to Count Basie Quincy Jones and Sinatra at the Sands
I saw Steven Tyler in the audience. Classic!
Chills all over …. I love Kendrick Lamar ♾️🥰
That year was the first (and only) time I've ever watched the Grammys and holy crap. I never really cared about Kendrick before that because I avoided radio music like the plague.
I smoked and once Kendrick came on, I was blown away at his lyrical prowess. Maad City became one of my all time favorite tracks from then on and that's the only thing I even remember from that whole show.
Same. I was expecting to imagine dragons performance only to see Kenny collaborate with them. It was jaw dropping. I started searching him then after. Listening to good kid maad city. 😊
Kendrick 🐐
Shoutout to Taylor for rocking out in the front row. Greatness respects greatness.
Pretty sure Kendrick is her favorite rapper, that's why she ended up working with him on Bad Blood
Nah, Taylor is for children and single mothers
Yeah she was jamming out haha
@@GoliathWarfare And Kendrick won't hesitate to return when Tay made a re-recording of Bad Blood
People critize Kdot for that collab but Taylor shows love and respect to his craft and I'm up for it lol
I love his Grammy performances
THATS HOW YOU DO IT KENDRICK. GLOBAL MEGA SUPERSTAR . Michael Jackson knew that.
Imagine Dragons forever fan since 2012 from Senegal. This Grammy is one of the best. Legend
When this performance first aired, I was in my last year of high school snap it's been a decade.
When I say that was one of my favorite all time favorite Grammy performances! Ish was 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
This performance made me like Imagine Dragons and Kendrick Lamar
King Kendrick 👑 ❤🔥🙌
Now Post Blacker The Berry performance from 2016! The Grammy keeping that locked away for a reason… 😤😤😤
Ong true can't go to Grammy website every now and then
The mashup I didn’t know I needed 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Too funny to see JayZ diggin' Kendrick here, little does he know LOLOL.
It’s about time yall post it!!!!
0:59 Taylor Swift I feel you girl 😂❤ and you see how KDOT stay right in front of Taylor they was both vibing lol
He went to where the energy was lol
@ oh most definitely. I would’ve did the same.
Can’t lie I watched this performance back then and HANDS 🙌🏾 down one of the best performances live
I love his energy and works
They all did amazing ❤
I remember watching this. It was AMAZING! And the next act was some country western act that totally threw ice cold water on all of that energy. You can see that Tumbleweed restaurant-looking cactus coming up in the lower right corner. 🤣
I still remember seeing this the night it aired. Iconic for me!
I have to see this man live one day. I despise Drake, but I’m so grateful he thought he could take this man in a rap battle! If he didn’t, I wouldn’t have discovered how incredible Kendrick is. I knew his hits before. But never deep dived. Now, I am obsessed 😂 come to Scotland again Kendrick!
This is the Hip Hop we want the world to know. I'm so thankful to read this. Cheers!!
You have to see him!!! It's amazing. Imagine doing a performance like this 10 years ago and not correcting people when they say you're clout chasing. It really speaks to his character.
This is the performance that got me in K. Dot. Once I actually listened to the Good Kid M.a.a.d City album I was a fan.
Omgawd. I felt every bit of that
Kendrick 🔥🔥🔥🔥🚀
Remember, kids! Immediately after this performance, they gave the Rap AOTY Grammy to MACKLEMOREEEEE
Whitney vibing @ 2:57 ❤️
That performance was superb!!!
This is the performance.
2:57 do my eyes deceive or is that my girl Whitney
You right
yeah she's the one.
Listen don't get draked man lol
Wo. He is the one. Such a pure talent. ❤
Your eyes didn’t deceive you
10 years later this shit still slaps
Ive gotten upset hearing the real version of radioactive since watching the masterpiece live. Kendrick’s lines go fucking hard 🔥🔥
When everyone does their part of the group project:
One of my favorite performances from Kendrick!!
Legend has it that this performance was so 🔥 that the camera started glitching and going slow at 1:25 because it was that PEAK
Please post the Kendrick Grammy performances that have been scrubbed from the Internet for being too "political"!
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RADIOACTIVE!!!
Insane performance
Finally the official video, ive been looking since 2014!
The GO.A.T.
AMAAAAZIIIIING 2 of my favorites!!!
Incredible
Live and Learn with the Junkie XL drums a la Mad Max and BvS is such a match made in heaven
GOAT Performance ever
Chills. Everytime
2:57 Whitney been vibin’ all along
This was amazing. Kendrick Lamar is fire...from waaaaay back...can't wait to watch him at the superbowl!
I remember watching this live. It was electrifying!
It wont happen but I would love for them to Spin the block on this at the Super Bowl
This guy is a performer JESUS
Legendary!
I love the close up of Steven Tyler. Walk This Way with Run DMC is one of, if not, the first hip-hop and rock collab.
For real, Kendrick Lamar is saving my life these daze!!
Omg I remember watching this live!!! INSANE!!
K-DOT HEADBAGNING??????? THATS LEGENDARY
Beauty.
Absolutely crazy