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Mustard Reveals YG and Quavo Passed on Kendrick's Hit

1/20/2025

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Producer Mustard shared an intriguing tidbit: YG and Quavo passed on the beat that ultimately became Kendrick Lamar's hit "Hey Now." Crafted in 2019, Mustard recognized its potential and sent it to Kendrick, who transformed it into a chart-topping success, peaking at number five on Billboard's top 10.

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Producer Mustard shared an intriguing tidbit: YG and Quavo passed on the beat that ultimately became Kendrick Lamar's hit "Hey Now." Crafted in 2019, Mustard recognized its potential and sent it to Kendrick, who transformed it into a chart-topping success, peaking at number five on Billboard's top 10.