Ice Cube’s Explanation of “Kendrick before Kendrick” Lyric

Ice Cube is being cautious not to cause harm to himself.

Ice Cube recently compared himself to Kendrick Lamar in his latest track “It’s My Ego.” In an interview with SiriusXM’s Rock the Bells Radio, the “It Was a Good Day” rapper defended his claim of being “Kendrick before Kendrick.”

Ice Cube; Kendrick Lamar.

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Cube, 55, described himself as a provocative artist who speaks his mind and criticizes the system and government’s treatment of Black people. He sees Kendrick Lamar as a similar thought-provoking artist but believes he was doing it before Lamar.

Some may question how Ice Cube, known for “Are We There Yet?” and his past association with Donald Trump, can claim a place in hip-hop history. However, fans of the genre recognize N.W.A.’s impact and Cube’s solo success in the late ’80s and ’90s, with multiple chart-topping albums and singles.

Ice Cube has previously praised Kendrick Lamar and supported his rap battle with Drake. He believes in the essence of rap battles as long as they remain verbal and not physical. Cube sees Lamar as the current leader in their lyrical feud.

Ice Cube.

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In “It’s My Ego,” Ice Cube references Jimi Hendrix and Al Green, showcasing his diverse musical influences. The track also includes nods to pop culture moments like the Oscars incident involving Will Smith and Chris Rock.

“It’s My Ego” serves as the lead single from Ice Cube’s upcoming album Man Down, set to release on Nov. 22. This album marks his return to solo music since 2018, following his collaboration in the supergroup Mount Westmore in 2022.

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Watch the music video for “It’s My Ego” above.

**FAQs**

**Q: What is Ice Cube’s new album called?**
A: Ice Cube’s upcoming album is titled “Man Down.”

**Q: Who did Ice Cube compare himself to in his song “It’s My Ego”?**
A: Ice Cube compared himself to Kendrick Lamar in his track “It’s My Ego.”

**Q: When is Ice Cube’s new album set to be released?**
A: Ice Cube’s album “Man Down” is scheduled to drop on Nov. 22.


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