Kendrick Lamar Reveals To SZA The 1st Time He Let Himself Cry

Kendrick Lamar Reveals To SZA The 1st Time He Let Himself Cry

Kendrick Lamar opened up about his emotional journey in a recent interview with SZA for Harper’s Bazaar’s November 2024 cover story, revealing the first time he truly let himself cry.

During their candid conversation, Kendrick Lamar reflected on his personal growth, stating,

“The power of honesty and being honest with myself… learning that vulnerability is not a weakness.”

He shared how difficult it was to shed the emotional restraints instilled in him during childhood, explaining,

“My pops, he was tough… He never showed no weakness. He never showed any emotion that could garner a one-up from the person sitting across from him.”

When asked about his recent emotional experiences, Kendrick Lamar admitted, “Now? Yeah, I have to,” confirming that he has been crying more frequently.

He recalled,

“The first time I allowed it to happen is documented, actually, onstage [in 2011]… Dre passed me the torch, and a burst of energy just came out and I had to let it flow. My tears is all on the internet.”

How refreshing is it to hear Kendrick share his journey toward vulnerability? Share your thoughts in the comments!