Kendrick Lamar's "Euphoria" Takes the Crown as Highest Rap Debut of 2024
In a stunning display of lyrical prowess and musical impact, Kendrick Lamar's latest release, "Euphoria," has officially claimed the title of the highest rap debut of 2024. The track, which serves as Lamar's fiery response to a series of diss tracks from fellow hip-hop
In a stunning display of lyrical prowess and musical impact, Kendrick Lamar's latest release, "Euphoria," has officially claimed the title of the highest rap debut of 2024. The track, which serves as Lamar's fiery response to a series of diss tracks from fellow hip-hop heavyweight Drake, has not only captivated fans with its raw emotion and cutting lyrics but has also dominated the charts with unprecedented streaming numbers.
Released on April 30, 2024, "Euphoria" quickly amassed 9.2 million Spotify streams on its first day, surpassing all other rap song debuts in the US for the year. This impressive feat not only underscores Lamar's ability to command attention and influence in the industry but also highlights the ongoing public fascination with the feud between the two titans of hip-hop.
The track's success extends beyond Spotify, as it has also achieved the biggest streaming day for a hip-hop song in 2024 and has become the highest debut for a rap song on US Apple Music this year. It even surpassed Drake's "Push Ups," which previously held the title for the highest rap debut of 2024.
"Euphoria" is Lamar's first solo release since May 2022's Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers and serves as his official response to Drake's April 2024 diss tracks, "Push Ups" and "Taylor Made Freestyle." The song features Lamar taking shots at Drake's racial identity, music, and parenting ability, among other topics, and has reignited the long-standing feud between the two artists.
The public's response to "Euphoria" has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans and critics alike praising Lamar's lyrical abilities and the track's production quality. This success further cements Kendrick Lamar's status as one of the most influential and respected artists in the rap game today.
As the world eagerly awaits Drake's response to "Euphoria," it is clear that the ongoing feud between the two artists has only served to elevate their profiles and keep fans captivated by their every move.