Reading "U"

Abstract

"Reading 'U'" by Joshua Clarendon is an in-depth analysis of critically acclaimed rapper Kendrick Lamar's song "U," a track from his 2015 album To Pimp a Butterfly. In his analysis, Clarendon looks at the story of "U" in connection with the album's overall narrative, breaking down the lyrics, vocal techniques, and sound engineering Lamar uses to convey his hopelessness.