The Blacker the Berry

About The Blacker the Berry

"The Blacker the Berry'" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Kendrick Lamar. It was included as the thirteenth song on the track-listing of his third studio album To Pimp a Butterfly (2015). "The Blacker the Berry" was released as second single from the album on February 9, 2015. The song shares its title with the novel The Blacker the Berry by American author Wallace Thurman. The track produced by Boi-1da, Terrace Martin, and KOZ. It has a chorus that features from Jamaican artist Assassin. The album version also contaions additional vocals provided by neo soul singer Lalah Hathaway. Upon its release, "The Blacker the Berry'" received positive reviews from contemporary music critics. However, its also elicited controversy due to Kendrick Lamar's commentary on the death of Trayvon Martin. In the United States, it peaked at number sixty-six on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. The single has since been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). more »