"Poetic Justice" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Kendrick Lamar, taken from his highly acclaimed major-label debut studio album, Good Kid, M.A.A.D City (2012). The song, produced by American record producer Scoop DeVille, features a verse from fellow rapper, Canadian recording artist Drake. The song was released as the album's third official single, due to its positive response.[2]
Background [edit]
The song was produced by Scoop DeVille, who Lamar had previously worked with on his debut single "The Recipe". "Poetic Justice" samples Janet Jackson's "Any Time, Any Place". Lamar and DeVille chose to sample the record after it came on the radio, during their studio session.[3] In an interview, DeVille recalled several artists wanting the song, including American gangsta rapper 50 Cent, before he ended up giving it to Lamar.[3] On January 26, 2013, Lamar performed the song on Saturday Night Live, as well as his previous single "Swimming Pools (Drank)".[4]
Music video [edit]
In a December 2012 interview, Lamar stated the music video would be filmed "soon". He also expressed interest in having American recording artist and actress Janet Jackson, who starred in the 1993 film from which the song takes its name, to appear in it.[5] Despite expressing interest, he was unable to get Jackson to appear in the video.[6] The music video, directed by The Lil Homie, Dave Free and Dangerookipawaa, was released February 22, 2013.[7]
Critical reception [edit]
The song garnered critical acclaim from most music critics. Reviews complimented the performances of both rappers, but most of the praise went out to the sampling of Janet Jackson's hit "Any Time, Any Place". The Irish Times complimented it as one of the best tracks from Good Kid, M.A.A.D City.[8] The song was called by MTV "flawless" and one of the most anticipated collaborations of the album.[9]
A freestyle over the song's instrumental was recorded and released by American rappers Busta Rhymes and Q-Tip on December 21, 2012, where the two pay homage to Janet Jackson.[10]
Chart performance and certifications [edit]
The song debuted at #76 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the album's first week on sale.[11] It has peaked at number 26 as of March 7, 2013.[12] It also charted at #18 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and at #14 on Hot Rap Songs.
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References [edit]
- ^ "U.K. – Forthcoming Singles". Radio 1 Rodos Greece. Archived from the original on January 4, 2013. Retrieved May 17, 2013.
- ^ "Kendrick Lamar Picks Next Single From ‘good kid, m.A.A.d City’". HipHop-N-More. Retrieved 22 November 2012.
- ^ a b "Scoop Deville Recalls Linking With Kendrick Lamar To Produce "Poetic Justice"". Retrieved 27 November 2012.
- ^ "Kendrick Lamar Performs On Saturday Night Live (Video)". 2DopeBoyz. Retrieved 27 January 2013.
- ^ "Kendrick Lamar Wants Janet Jackson To Appear In "Poetic Justice" Video". Retrieved 19 December 2012.
- ^ Battan, Carrie (22 February 2013). "Watch: Kendrick Lamar and Drake Star in a Story of Love and Murder in the Video for "Poetic Justice"". PitchforkMedia. Retrieved 22 February 2013.
- ^ "Video: Kendrick Lamar f/ Drake – ‘Poetic Justice’". Rap-Up. February 22, 2013. Retrieved February 22, 2013.
- ^ Carroll, Jim (November 2, 2012). "Kendrick Lamar". The Irish Times (Dublin). Retrieved November 25, 2012.
- ^ "Kendrick Lamar And Drake Link Up On ‘Poetic Justice’". Retrieved 2 November 2012.
- ^ "New Music: Busta Rhymes f/ Q-Tip – ‘Poetic Justice (Remix)’". Rap Up. December 21st 2012. Retrieved February 12, 2013.
- ^ "Hot 100 Songs & New Music: 71 - 80 Songs". Retrieved 1 November 2012.
- ^ Grein, Paul. "Week Ending March 3, 2013. Songs: Is The Right Song #1?". Retrieved 203-03-07.
- ^ "Ultratop.be – Kendrick Lamar – Poetic Justice" (in Dutch). Ultratip. ULTRATOP & Hung Medien / hitparade.ch.
- ^ "Kendrick Lamar Album & Song Chart History" Billboard Hot 100 for Kendrick Lamar. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved November 2, 2012.
- ^ "Kendrick Lamar Album & Song Chart History" Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Songs for Kendrick Lamar. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved November 2, 2012.
- ^ "Kendrick Lamar Album & Song Chart History" Billboard Rap Songs for Kendrick Lamar. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved November 2, 2012.
- ^ "Top 40/Rhythmic-Crossover". All Access Music Group. Archived from the original on January 4, 2013. Retrieved January 4, 2013.
- ^ http://www.fmqb.com/article.asp?id=16691
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