THE MAESTRO! Reaction to Kendrick Lamar - Alright
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- Watch Two Old Dudes blind reaction to Kendrick Lamar "Alright" from the album "Pimp a Butterfly"
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#KendrickLamar #Alright #Reaction
yall will ball your brains out when you hear the whole "to pimp a butterfly" album, the fusion of jazz is crazy, "alright" was just a little scoop of it
Sounds awesome, thanks for the suggestion!
His song “how much a dollar cost” is an absolute must listen. It really demonstrates how good of a storyteller he is.
Hope they see this
samidot is the better storytelling track to me tbh
This is the one they gotta do !!!
i been saying this too!!!
@@usrnam8795 u > samidot
All of kendrick’s music videos are exquisitely directed, i think mostly from the same director. Kendrick is a top class artist. He actually is the first rapper to receive a pulitzer prize for his music. Truly one of a kind. His albums are so detailed its awe inspiring.
Had no idea he won a pulitzer, wow! Thanks Joe.
@@TwoOldDudes what about ball if I want to by dababy? 🤞
@@TwoOldDudes please react to j.Cole th-cam.com/video/j_ouj5asrE4/w-d-xo.html
@@TwoOldDudes i know i'm ages late, but kendrick's discography is now taught in the international baccalaureate english literature curriculum in high schools across the world
@@trevorreese2002 I've just shed a tear of joy.
7:37 this insight about the cops carrying the car feels so spot on. I didn’t even think about that until now, but I can almost guarantee that’s what he was going for. Incredible imagery, incredibly deep messages, Kendrick is unbelievably talented, thank you guys for another amazing video
As always, thank you for watching Ben!
Ben R
I think it might also be a play on pallbearers carrying a coffin. The police are carrying the coffin of the people they kill, literally.
LOOK AT YOUUUU NOTICING THE SLAVES LIFTING KINGS ❤😂 omg I loveee both your takes on this video
Y’all reviewed this objectively and honest. Most importantly you LISTENED to his message. 💯🙏 much respect
Thanks Drey! We appreciate the comment.
As a Black man living in America, I have had many conversations with my White brothers and sisters about me and my community's many struggles. And even though many of them show empathy from the stories I've told them and the problems I see, they rarely seem to understand. But how could they?
Kendrick is a phenomenon that has the ability to make people understand... even if they don't want to. Watching the "2 Old Dudes'" reactions to Kendrick's delivered message and seeing that they actually empathize AND understand what us Black Americans go thru brings tears to my eyes. It's very simple what we want. We just want people to listen and understand, and Kendrick Lamar makes that happen time and time again. He's a voice that speaks for all of us in a language very few can speak, but a language that all of us understand; both Black, White, and everything in between.
My favorite rap artist by far. Started listening in college with “Money Trees” and thought he was just another rapper that was good during a party. I was very wrong. Listening to his three big albums GKMC, Pimp a Butterfly, and DAMN. in their entirety is really an experience that’s great for multiple listens. Pimp really spoke to me it was released a few months after Michael Brown was killed in Ferguson and as a white guy it was interesting because the album was clearly written for black people all the messages and themes, yet I never felt excluded. Like I fully understood what he was going for and could appreciate the art even from an outside perspective. And then simply musically Pimps samples were just out of this world and I loved the musical themes of the album. Great pick you guys!
TPAB
One thing about Tpab that makes it resonate is the fact that Kendrick isn't trying to teach anyone. It's completely personal and for that reason I think you just need to be human whereas some artists will preach/teach
He has been great since he dropped. Section 80 is overlooked because his catalog is so amazing. Section 80 could have been an award winning album itself.
I know S80 isnt his first album but its his first conceptual project.
My personal fav is the Untitled album. A a masterpiece just like TPAB, even though it was just TPAB leftovers. I connect even more so with those songs on a personal level. Untitled 3, my fav song of his.
Just discovered these guys, and the genuine admiration and enjoyment they expressed was very cool. I also think this is one of the most powerful rap songs I've ever heard, which is to say, one of the most powerful songs period. Transcendent, hopeful, anguished, everything really.
I subscribed to this channel based on this insightful reaction which is my first time viewing. What I've learned being over 35 is the word "old" should be synonymous with the word "wise". The ability to accept art and recognize the realness in it and have the ability to balance what it is and what it is not, earns Two Old Dudes a high position in life and morality in my personal opinion. Im a black man that lived in Compton when Kendrick came up and I welcome all perspectives when it comes to respecting human art...period.
Thank you so much Smitty! We don’t think we deserve such high praise but we greatly appreciate it. Music is an amazing form of art that can be experienced on many levels. So we do our best to be open to those experiences and learning from them. It means a lot to us when people comment, share their thoughts, and help us learn more. So thank you. And thanks for subbing!
Seein these dudes hear this message, understand and love it and everything makes me wanna tear up idk
Some more context on this song: it was used as almost an anthem during some black lives matter protests, as a very uplifting, encouraging and inspiring song. 'Kendrick's How Much a Dollar Cost?' tells a great story too!
In this album he is always talking to Tupac.
Hey guys, just wanted to leave a comment and say I appreciate your perspective here. Obviously my generation loves Kendrick, but I realize your generation probably doesn’t know who he is or would normally be willing to listen. I appreciate the fact that you both approached this with an open mind and listened from an artistic context and wanted to understand the video/song and lyrics. My Dad always used to listen to the music I listened to with me sometimes. As a musician, whatever it was we listened to, he would always say “that’s good shit…” if he liked it or found it interesting. I always loved that he would say that. I say all of that to say that you guys seem decent and open to good music, no matter the context/genre. Keep doing this stuff and these videos. Set an example for other folks that a broad perspective is healthy.
“actually I thought Kendrick Lamar sounded like a character name from Blazing Saddles” - but of course you were thinking of Hedy Lamarr. Er, I mean Hedley. Hedley Lamarr. Ah, whatever, he lived in 1863 - he’ll be able to sue her.
I love this reaction so much! KING KENDRICK is one of theeeee best lyricists of ALL TIME
I can't tell you how much I enjoyed stumbling upon this video. Alright is so dear to my heart. Seeing you two hear it for the first time was something special.
One of the best breakdowns of a video I've seen.Great reaction.
I can definitely appreciate this song for the video and way he switches his style sometimes through the song
Incredibly talented to use his voice styles to tell a story. We reacted to the entire album (it's on our patreon) and now we're spoiled.😂
Kendrick is one of the greatest to ever do it and this album is considered a masterpiece. Would love to see more Kendrick and overall just hip hop, funk, R&B and soul reactions🙌🏾💯 loved the video. Subscribed.
Thanks Joe. More rap and hip-hop coming. We're making sure of it, thanks for watching.
@@TwoOldDudes looking forward to it!
7:58 when he said “N dubya A “ I lost it I love these guys
I just started watching but already love you guys’ personalities, his charming southern drawl, and your impressive head of hair. My hairline is already receding at 26, so let me tell you, I’m jealous sir haha
Thank you so much!! We appreciate you watching!
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Kendrick is amazing!!! Great reaction and the laughs of relief at the smile at the end of the video. Lol Awesome Guys
Guys there is so much more to explore in hiphop for you.
YOU GUYS WILL LOVE KENDRICK
This man said, a character from Blazing Saddles.
The character from Blazing Saddles was "Hedley Lamarr". Last names were close.. 😂
I hope you guys react to more kendrick lamar!!
wow i loved your guys reaction and thoughts on what is happening in the video, i think you guys are my favorite reaction to this song ever. Well done keep posting and check out more kendrick lamar
Wow, thank you so much! And we will definitely check out more Kendrick.
A few song options if you feel;
(Recent/new song) Tyler the Creator - Sorry, not sorry
Joyner Lucas - I’m not racist
Eminem - Mockingbird
Hopsin - I’ll mind of Hopsin 7
Post Malone - I fall apart
Eminem - When I’m gone
If System of a down were from India
Lil Dicky - Pillow Talk
I just subscribed, you guys are great!
Awesome! Welcome to the channel and thanks for watching!
just discovered u two! u guys give me hope
Thanks Luke!
You guys are amazing 🙌🏾🔥💯
Why Am I only watching this today? Geeez amazing reaction‼️
Y'all just earned my subscription 🤝
We just posted our reaction to the full album on our patreon. What a great listen that was!
This is the first time I've seen/heard of you guys! You're awesome! You get it! Keep it up! I love so many different genres of music and I love when other white folks (also) look deeply into rap music. I can tell you guys know what's good! (I'm guessing in ANY genre!)
Subscribed. Your appreciation is an art!
can you guys do album reactions? i think that would be so amazing
This was such a great reaction! I have to sub ❤️
Just found your channel you are some cool guys forsure respect
Thanks Terell! We appreciate you watching!
The cops are carrying a coffin..
I hope Kendrick watches this
That would be epic! Thanks for watching!
@@TwoOldDudes Love the channel
is Jazz 👍🏿
6:08 lyrics from the blacker the berry are something you guys gotta hear
Review more TDE songs please, everyone needs them.
More Kendrick please!!!!
you should definitely listen to family ties by baby keem and featuring kendrick lamar
This song single-handedly yanked me out of depression after the election of 2016. No offense to anyone here, but that election was terrifying. This song dropped after and for some reason when Kendrick told me I was "gon be alright", I believed him. And guess what? I have been just fine. ❤
Welcome to the brilliant mind of K Dot.
I like your story❤
Lamar is a legend
I don't know if you will read this but if you do you should listen to the boys by Tokyo machine and the boys :D
I think you would enjoy Andy Mineo never land 2 album. I am/...Falling , trying, could be worse and check out Qveen Herby for a great female MC and vocalist literally everything she does is great but Juice is a great display of talents.
“What a shot” 😂😂😂
PLEASE REACT TO MORE KENDRICK THIS REACTION WAS GREAT
Thank you so much Exquisite! We'll be back to Kendrick soon!
Fun fact, this is a direct contrast the his song, "u", which is the previous track in the album sequence and possibly one of the most depressing rap songs ever.
Fun fact your wrong asf lol
u is the exact contrast of “ I “
It’s even the name is the opposite
@@elmergarcia8724 idk what you mean, I thought it was pretty straightforward
@@WoozyYami idk what you mean. “U” is the complete contrast of “I” and not “alright “
Hi! I just found your channel and loved the one reaction I have seen so far. I would love to see you guys react to Pentatonix! Yes they are acapella but some of their stuff will blow your mind! I suggest “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “Daft Punk Medley”, “The Sound Of Silence”, from there you will fall down the rabbit hole! They also have tons of Christmas music as well! “Hallelujah” is their biggest one so far! Hope to see some of that!
Just an FYI they did have a member change several years ago so that’s why you will see a different Bass singer. The bands names are: Kevin (beatboxer), Scott (lead vocalist-blonde guy), Mitch (tenor), Kirstin, and Matt. Avi (Aw-Vee) is who you see if the earlier videos and Matt is the current bass. Hope to see some PTX on your channel!
they should analyze not like us music video or meet the grahams.
A. !!!!! N. E. W. !!!!!!! G. O. A. T
React to kendrick lamar DNA
FEEL
BITCH DONT KILL MY VIBE
DUCKWORTH
THE HEART PART 1-4
I think he's the only one who caught on to the answer my question. I always wondered what the snake was before God punished it to Slither on the ground. So I looked it up on Google and it said this: snakes were once four-legged cuddly creatures of the field. In the video, you see the snake has arms and hands. When he's in trial, he wears the pink and everyone else is blue. This shows colors of boy being blue and and he's wearing pink to express he's gay. He gets hit in the head with a butt plug and then floating upwards
You guy are absolutly amazing also you should react to humble its my favourite song from him
another great deep rapper is jcole, a few deep songs by him are 4 your eyez only, window pain, brackets, and many more also has some great story telling songs and love songs
We've heard there is some J. Cole coming soon. Keep watching Jazmine!
You guys have reacted to Kendrick🐐 but here is another guy who delivers in a close way of kendrick. His name is J cole. you guys should check him out he is outstanding.❤🐐
Coming soon we've heard! Thanks for watching!
If they like that.. Might as well react to the whole album. It's jazz and rap at its finest
Also please react to “Simple Math” by Manchester Orchestra. Great video, great music, interesting message you guys will appreciate. Thanks again!
yeah!!!! my fav band
We'll check that one out Benny. Thanks for watching!
Everytime you hear a 3-4 beat intro , that usually means Pharrell produced it!
Damn they should've been given "U"
YAY! T.G.I.F.! Yinz 2 just made my day.
NF - Search
NF - Change
NF - Leave Me Alone
react to money trees by kendrick please
Guys you MUST react to “BODY UNDER THE BRIDGE” by Adele and Megan Thee Stallion (MashUp) it’s so cool and funny as hell😂
react to ‘All Too Well - 10 minute version’ by Taylor Swift
For those who dont know... This song is produced by Pharrell Williams 🔥
Check out kid Cudi man
You guys did such a good react!! I wanna recommend a brazilian hip hop for you called Favela Vive 4, there are a videos with subtitles on youtube. I think you may like it
You should react to Sing about me or U (god is gangsta is the music vid to this song) those are his deepest and most personal songs
lol, Hedley Lamar
I think the dude on the left is high AF.
This is america by childish gambino suggestion
If you loved this PLEASE CHECK OUT CHILDISH GAMBINO...THIS IS AMERICA
Frank ocean- White Ferrari
All too well 10 minute version!!! (Lyric vid or the short film)
Can you react to perfect circle by Mac Miller
Could you react to Between us by Little Mix? Please🙏
Listen to more juice world!
We will surely circle back to him soon, what an artist!
watch unititled unmastered 8 live
I really like how the guy on the left gives a lot of appreciation for the penmanship, where the guy on the right leans more into the artistry, and it really comes together for a fuller appreciation of everything that this track is
Thanks Aidan!
th-cam.com/video/kJmGqdG95S4/w-d-xo.html it’s music btw
One dude is visual the other is contextual
Guys you MUST react to “BODY UNDER THE BRIDGE” by Adele and Megan Thee Stallion (MashUp) it’s so cool and funny as hell😂
10:58, anytime you guys want more of this jazzy incredible music, the whole album (To Pimp A Butterfly, also called TPAB) is like this. Down the road, I would love for you guys to react to “i” off of this album, but truly every song off that album is worthy of a review! The Blacker the Berry is also an incredibly track off the album, maybe my favorite
King Kunta is an incredible track as well. The whole album is worth checking out as you said.
King kunta
@@KobiFC I love love, love king kunta, and its not even my favorite track or album
Fun fact: it was originally tought to be called To Pimp a Catepillar for it becoming TPAC (2pac obviously). But butterfly just sounds more poetic and works better in the whole context.
th-cam.com/video/kJmGqdG95S4/w-d-xo.html it’s music btw
Kendrick Lamar was actually the one who inducted N.W.A. into the Rock n Roll hall of fame so that's CRAZY how you compared them without knowing any background lol
Oh cool! Thanks for the info and for watching.
Another Dr. Dre protege. Hip hop’s Quincy Jones! Love your channel.
“It’s like poetry” to pimp a butterfly, the album the song is from, is actually an album created from a poem he wrote where either every line or stanza of the poem was captured with a song on the album. So it is poetry.
A poem to Pac.
You got a link to where he talks about that? That’s fuckin awesome
That smile at the end let's you know…
He gon' be alright.
God bless
Preach
Kendrick Lamar is the first rapper to win a Pulitzer Prize. He's not just great, he is already a living legend
Here after "not like us"😂
Bandwagoner
@@lokilucario Big fax 😂😂😂
@@lokilucarioshut up
@@Martin-xh1hd found another one
@@lokilucario and I found someone who supports pedophiles. Wtf is wrong with you? 🤢
Dudes, I’m a 66 year old white guy, living in Berkshire, England 👍. Not the audience for this I’m sure 😊 but it’s a great track, great video, and Kendrick’s halftime super bowl presentation was incredible too! 😎
Y’all gotta do the whole To Pimp a Butterfly album by Kendrick Lamar
Up till now we've not done albums but that might be our first choice if we do. Thanks for suggesting!
@@TwoOldDudes you guys are awesome
@@TwoOldDudes Please do, you won't regret it
@@TwoOldDudes please do!
This album is the hip hop equivalent of dark side of the moon by Pink Floyd. Each song and sound has its purpose. The whole story paints a picture
The first time I heard this song I felt one of my most euphoric feelings of blackness.
10:48 this guy on the right looks like hes having the craziest lsd trip of his life
Hilarious!
All of "To Pimp A Butterfly" from which this song comes from is a masterpiece of our times!!! Even David Bowie himself was influenced by this album while making his last album Black Star!
Bowie itself is a legend. Saying he was influenced by TPAB is a big W for Kendrick
wait you mean the David Bowie??
You guys obviously “get it “. Kendrick is top three on most people “Best rappers that are still active” category. He’s a beast on EVERY level.