Kendrick Lamar’s lyrical prowess has once again intersected with cinematic brilliance, this time drawing the attention of none other than M. Night Shyamalan, the acclaimed filmmaker behind *The Sixth Sense*. Lamar’s use of the iconic line "I see dead people" in his latest track "Not Like Us" has not only captivated fans but also sparked a positive response from Shyamalan himself.
During an appearance on Way Up With Angela Yee alongside his daughter Saleka, Shyamalan shared his thoughts on Lamar’s homage to his work. "We kind of lightly know each other, and I did know [he was a fan]," Shyamalan expressed warmly. "He’s very gracious with me, and I love him."
The connection between Lamar’s music and Shyamalan’s films deepened further when the director discussed the track "Euphoria," where Lamar cleverly weaved the same reference into his ongoing lyrical duel with Drake. Reflecting on hearing the reference for the first time, Shyamalan recounted, "The first song [of the Drake disses] ends with it. So someone in the office was like, ‘Oh, Kendrick just dropped something and it references one of your [movies].’ I was like, ‘Oh, cool.’ That was before everything blew up."
The cultural impact of Lamar’s lyricism has even reached the hallowed halls of *Jeopardy!*, where the ongoing feud between Lamar and Drake featured prominently in a recent episode. Dubbed "Diss-track-tions," the category not only highlighted their rivalry but also included other legendary feuds within the rap industry, underscoring the significance of their ongoing lyrical sparring on a broader cultural scale.
As Lamar continues to shape the landscape of contemporary rap with his poignant references and sharp lyricism, his nod to Shyamalan’s work serves as yet another testament to his ability to blend cinematic influences with his own unique artistic vision.
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