Fact Check: Does Kendrick Lamar's song 'Loyalty' quote Kim Porter's interview?

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Fans of Kendrick Lamar have recently raised questions about a potential connection between his 2017 hit song 'Loyalty' and a past Kim Porter interview.

The intrigue stems from a specific line in the song that mirrors something Porter once said in an interview, leading some to wonder whether the rapper intentionally referenced her words.

But is there a real link between the two, or are fans reading too much into this coincidence? Let’s explore the details.

Claim: Kendrick Lamar used Kim Porter's quote in song 'Loyalty'

The controversy revolves around one line from 'Loyalty,' which features the lyrics: "It's a secret society. All we ask is trust."

Fans quickly noticed that these exact words were also used by Porter during an old interview, sparking online debates about whether the rapper had taken inspiration from her statement.

Given the similarity, some social media users began to theorize that there might be a deeper connection between Lamar’s lyrics and Porter’s words, with a few even suggesting this might point to a conspiracy involving Diddy.

One post on X raised concerns about this alleged connection, with a user writing: "What does this mean?? Why did Kim Porter say that? And why is it in a Kendrick Lamar song?"

Despite these concerns, there’s more to the story than meets the eye. While the lyric in question might seem unique or even cryptic, it has actually been a part of hip-hop culture for decades.

According to popular understanding, Lamar used the phrase to describe his close-knit circle of friends and collaborators, likening them to a "secret society" where trust and loyalty are essential for entry.

Verdict: Phrase appeared in other works before Kim Porter's interview or Kendrick Lamar’s song

But before fans jump to conclusions about Lamar borrowing from Porter’s words, it’s important to note that this phrase has appeared in other works long before her interview or Lamar’s song.

To unravel the mystery behind the lyric, we need to dive deeper into its history within hip-hop.

While Porter’s use of the phrase might have sparked recent attention, it wasn’t originally coined by her. In fact, the line first appeared in a song by rap legend Jay-Z, along with Memphis Bleek, in their 2000 track 'Get Your Mind Right Mami.'

The lyrics include: "Ain't no place on the planet that you'd rather be; But in the blue flame, btch you're new to the game; Cross over to the Roc, make yourself hot; The topic of discussion in every nail shop; It's a secret society, all we ask is trust."

The phrase’s presence in Jay-Z's lyrics suggests that it had already been circulating within hip-hop circles long before it found its way into either Lamar's or Porter’s words.

Another X user pointed out this fact, commenting: "If you listen to the lyrics of Jay z wen he quotes this he said that it was a discussion in every nails shop in New York so of course Kim porter will say the same, maybe yall should ask New Yorker that have the same age a Diddy."

The recent surge in discussions about Porter has also been fueled by the controversy surrounding a memoir allegedly written in her name.

Titled 'Kim’s Lost Words: A Journey for Justice, from the Other Side,' the book was pulled from Amazon in early October after Porter’s children labeled it "fake."

The memoir, which claimed to chronicle her tumultuous relationship with Diddy, had quickly become a bestseller following its release in September, as per USAToday.

However, the memoir’s success was short-lived. Porter's children publicly condemned the book, calling it entirely fictional and distancing themselves from its contents. This led to Amazon taking swift action, removing the title from its platform.

An Amazon spokesperson said they were alerted to a dispute over the authenticity of the book and had contacted the publisher. They confirmed that the book was no longer available for purchase.

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