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Kendrick Lamar Reflects on Strengthened Bond with Baby Keem

4/18/2026

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Kendrick Lamar says 2015 death of Gerrell, Baby Keem's uncle, strengthened his partnership with Baby Keem.
In an interview, he described witnessing Baby Keem's heartfelt eulogy that shifted his view.
Keem's ability to carry the family's grief with dignity inspired Lamar to collaborate.
After the funeral, they began making music and produced hits such as Family Ties and The Hillbillies.

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Kendrick Lamar says 2015 death of Gerrell, Baby Keem's uncle, strengthened his partnership with Baby Keem.
In an interview, he described witnessing Baby Keem's heartfelt eulogy that shifted his view.
Keem's ability to carry the family's grief with dignity inspired Lamar to collaborate.
After the funeral, they began making music and produced hits such as Family Ties and The Hillbillies.