For Free? (Interlude)

Kendrick Lamar

About For Free? (Interlude)

"For Free? (Interlude)" is a song by American rapper Kendrick Lamar. It is the second track on his third studio album To Pimp a Butterfly, released on March 15, 2015. It features uptempo bebop instrumentals, with Lamar rapping over them. A music video for the song was uploaded to Vevo and YouTube on July 31, 2015.


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F*ck you, motherfucker, you a ho-ass nigga
I don't know why you trying to go big, nigga you ain't shit
Walking around like you God's gift to Earth, nigga you ain't shit
You ain't even buy me no outfit for the fourth
I need that Brazilian, wavy, twenty eight inch, you playin'
I shouldn't be fuckin' with you anyway, I need a baller ass, boss ass nigga
You'se a off brand ass nigga, everybody know it
Your homies know it, everybody fuckin' know
F*ck you nigga, don't call me no more
You won't know, you gonna lose on a good bitch
My other nigga is on, you off
What the f*ck is really going on?

This dick ain't free
You lookin' at me like it ain't a receipt
Like I never made end's meet, eatin' your leftovers and raw meat
This dick ain't free
Livin' in captivity raised my cap salary
Celery, tellin' me green is all I need
Evidently all I seen was spam and raw sardines
This dick ain't free, I mean, baby
You really think we could make a baby named Mercedes without a
Mercedes Benz and twenty four inch rims, five percent tint, and air conditioning vents
Hell fuckin' naw, this dick ain't free
I need forty acres and a mule
Not a forty ounce and a pitbull
Bullshit, matador, matador, had the door knockin', let 'em in, who's that?
Genital's best friend, this dick ain't free
Pity the fool that made the pretty in you prosper
Titty juice and pussy lips kept me obnoxious, kept me up watchin'
Pornos and poverty, apology? No
Watch you volunteer it it while people less fortunate, like myself
Every dog has it's day, now doggy style shall help
This dick ain't free
Matter fact it need interest, matter fact it's nine inches
Matter fact see our friendship based on business
Pension, more pension, you're pinchin', my consensus
Been relentless, f*ck forgiveness, f*ck your feelings
F*ck your sources, all distortion, if you f*ck it's more abortion
More divorce courts and portion
My check with less endorsement left me dormant
Dusted, doomed, disgusted, forced with
F*ck you think is bullshit, porcelain pipes pressure, bust 'em twice
Choice is deaf, a state of decapitated the horseman
Oh America, you bad bitch, I the picked cotton that made you rich
Now my dick ain't free

I'mma get my Uncle Sam to f*ck you up
You ain't no king

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Kendrick Lamar

Kendrick Lamar Duckworth (born June 17, 1987), simply known as Kendrick Lamar, is an American hip hop recording artist from Compton, California, currently signed to Top Dawg, Aftermath, and Interscope. Lamar is a member of hip hop supergroup Black Hippy, along with fellow West Coast rappers and label mates Jay Rock, Schoolboy Q and Ab-Soul. He first gained major attention after the release of his fourth mixtape, Overly Dedicated, in 2010. In 2011 he released his first independent album to critical acclaim, Section.80, released exclusively through iTunes and instantly ranked as one of the top digital hip hop releases of the year. Early in his career, before releasing his major label debut, Lamar amassed a large Internet following, and had already worked with D… more »

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Written by: Kendrick Lamar Duckworth, Taz Arnold, MARK ANTHONY SPEARS, KENDRICK LAMAR, TAX ARNOLD

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13 facts about this song

Artist Background
Kendrick Lamar is an acclaimed American rapper who gained significant acclaim for his deep lyrical content, thematic elements and incorporation of a variety of musical styles into his projects.
Album Info
"For Free? (Interlude)" is a part of Kendrick Lamar's Grammy-winning album "To Pimp a Butterfly," which was released in 2015.
Interlude Placement
As its name implies, "For Free? (Interlude)" serves as an interlude in the album, connecting the first track "Wesley's Theory" with the third one "King Kunta."
Jazz Influence
The track prominently uses jazz music to achieve its distinctive sound. Its beat and rhythm largely revolve around a pianist, bassist, and drummer playing an aggressive and fast-paced jazz composition.
Thematic Depth
The song touches upon ideas of African American exploitation and capitalist greed in America, emphasizing the struggle for freedom and equality.
Unique Duration
Unlike the conventional lengthy tracks by Kendrick, “For Free? (Interlude)” only lasts for 2 minutes and 11 seconds.
Personal Connection
The song also involves Kendrick's personal relationship with a woman representing America, who constantly demands more from him despite his struggles and contributions.
Spoken Word Style
Kendrick Lamar delivers the song in a spoken word style, further emphasizing the underlying message and making it stand out from the rest of the songs in his discography.
Collaborations and Inspirations
The song features additional vocals from artist Bilal and American record producer Terrace Martin, who also played saxophone and keyboards on the track.
Critical Recognition
Despite being an interlude, the song has received critical acclaim for its depth and the way it addresses socio-political issues, reinforcing Kendrick's reputation as an artist who does more than just entertain.
The Prelude
It acts as a prelude to the following tracks in the album that delve deeper into themes of racial identity and self-affirmation.
Explicit Lyrics
Similar to many of Kendrick's songs, "For Free? (Interlude)" contains explicit content and is marked as such on music platforms.
Repeated Phrases
A notable feature of the song is its repetition of the phrase "This dick ain't free," used to protest the commercial and social expectations placed on African American artists.

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