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In episode thirteen of Skip’d, Rob & Mike dissect Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp A Butterfly—a genre-defying magnum opus that fuses hip-hop, funk, jazz, and spoken word into a searing meditation on race, fame, and self-worth. Released in 2015, this ground-breaking album redefined what rap could be, pairing sonic experimentation with lyrical depth that demands repeated listens and cultural reckoning.

What’s inside:

• Breakdowns of the explosive tracks such as “Wesley's Theory” the introspective “u”, and the triumphant “i”
• Exploration of the album’s core themes: systemic racism, survivor’s guilt, and the duality of being celebrated and scrutinized as a Black artist
• Reflections on how To Pimp A Butterfly became a protest anthem, a therapy session, and a spiritual awakening rolled into one—plus the moment Mike comes to terms with his new found appreciate of rap.

Stream Skip’d on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your audio fix. Got an album that makes you wanna scream the chorus at the top of your lungs? Send it our way—Rob & Mike are ready to put it to the test and see if it’s truly unskippable.