Snoop Dogg calls Kendrick Lamar ‘King of the West’ for ‘beautiful’ show of solidarity at Pop Out concert

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Snoop Dogg has declared Kendrick Lamar the 'King of the West Coast' following the remarkable Pop Out: Ken and Friends concert.

This proclamation from one of the West Coast's most revered figures came via an Instagram post, where the rapper expressed his admiration for Kendrick's unifying performance.

Snoop Dogg crowns Kendrick Lamar 'King of the West' 

Snoop, currently on his Cali to Canada tour alongside DJ Quik and Warren G, missed the event but made sure to catch up on the festivities. His heartfelt praise highlighted the impact of Kendrick's concert, which brought together an impressive array of West Coast talent.

On Friday, June 21, Snoop took to his Instagram from his hotel room in Canada to commend Kendrick for bringing together various West Coast groups at his Juneteenth show.

“Sending a big shout-out to K. Dot and all the homies from the West that stood together unified, organized in peace [and] love,” Snoop gushed. “That was fun to watch. Beautiful to see all my peoples come together.”

Kendrick Lamar, along with his collaborator Dave Free, orchestrated an unforgettable show featuring legends like Dr Dre, Roddy Ricch, YG, Ab-Soul, Ty Dolla $ign, DJ Hed, Mustard, and Tyler, The Creator. This assembly of artists showcased the strength and solidarity of the West Coast hip-hop scene.

“It ain’t got nothing to do with no back-and-forth records,” Kendrick said during his show. “It’s got everything to do with this moment right here. That’s what this s–t was about. To bring all of us together,” the rapper added. 

Snoop Dogg, despite being on tour and unable to attend the event, was deeply moved by the display of unity and excellence. He referred to the concert as "beautiful" and praised Kendrick for his role in promoting solidarity among West Coast artists.

Kendrick Lamar closes epic concert with West Coast legends

The ongoing feud between hip-hop heavyweights Drake and Kendrick Lamar continues to captivate fans worldwide. Despite seeming to cool off, the rivalry remains intense, with diss tracks keeping the fire alive. Kendrick Lamar has been notably more critical of Drake, and his recent concert demonstrated the support he garners from other celebrities.

At his 'The Pop Out: Ken and Friends' concert at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, Kendrick brought the house down with a memorable finale.

The star-studded audience included celebrities, athletes, and musicians, all showing their allegiance. A viral video captured the moment when Los Angeles Clippers' Russell Westbrook and Chicago Bulls' DeMar DeRozan joined Lamar on stage for his Drake diss track 'They Not Like Us.'

DeRozan's appearance on stage raised intriguing questions. Although he's a California native, there are swirling rumors about the Lakers' interest in him and his Bulls teammate Zach LaVine. Despite these rumors, DeRozan seemed to relish the spotlight, much like Westbrook, who has comfortably settled in Los Angeles.

The feud's latest chapter began in March 2024 when Kendrick Lamar targeted J Cole and Drake in his track 'Like That' after J Cole's 'First Person Shooter' implied they were the 'Big Three' of hip-hop.

J Cole responded with '7 Minute Drill' in early April but later retracted it and apologized. Drake fired back with 'Push Ups' and 'Taylor Made Freestyle,' although the latter was removed due to legal threats from Tupac Shakur's estate over AI-generated vocals.

Lamar countered with 'Euphoria' and '6:16 in LA,' escalating the conflict further.

Drake's 'Family Matters' made serious accusations against Lamar, who swiftly responded with 'Meet the Grahams' and 'Not Like Us,' intensifying the battle. Drake's 'The Heart Part 6' on May 5 aimed to refute Lamar's claims, showcasing the ongoing tension in their rivalry.

Internet joins Snoop Dogg in praising Kendrick Lamar

The internet has erupted in applause for Snoop Dogg after he crowned Kendrick Lamar the 'King of the West Coast' following the success of Lamar's 'Pop Out: Ken and Friends' concert. The Dogg Father's heartfelt Instagram tribute to Kendrick has resonated with fans and fellow artists alike.

One user wrote, "It was beautiful. The only person that was missing was you. Your energy was definitely felt. Safe travels."

Another user commented, "Acknowledgment from Snoop is major."

"Love you, King," another fan succinctly expressed their admiration for Snoop Dogg's gesture.

"And the King is giving credit when it’s due. Much respect," another user added.

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