Kendrick Lamar closed out his critically acclaimed To Pimp a Butterfly, you’ll remember, with a “Mortal Man,” a “conversation” between Tupac Shakur — who died 19 years ago on this date — and himself. Now the Compton rapper’s penned a touching note to 2Pac (published on the late legend’s website) in which he pays homage to the icon.
I was 8 yrs old when I first saw you. I couldn’t describe how I felt at that moment. So many emotions. Full of excitement. Full of joy and eagerness. 20 yrs later I understand exactly what that feeling was.
INSPIRED.
The people that you touched on that small intersection changed lives forever. I told myself I wanted to be a voice for man one day. Whoever knew I was speaking out loud for u to listen.
Thank you.
K.L.