Andrew Schulz didn’t appreciate being called out by K. Dot.
What was surprising about Kendrick Lamar’s GNX album? It didn’t cause much controversy. The album featured only a few subtle lines directed at Drake, a bar or two aimed at Lil Wayne, and the rest left open to interpretation. However, one line in particular managed to spark a reaction from comedian Andrew Schulz.
In the opening track to GNX, “Wacced Out Murals,” Kendrick Lamar said this lyric: “Don’t let no white comedian talk about no Black woman, that’s law.” Immediately, listeners pointed to Andrew Schulz’s joke about black women a few months ago. Though Andrew has since responded, he had a full-blown response today. Check it out below:
Andrew Schulz RESPONDS to Kendrick Lamar’s line on 'GNX' — calls him a hypocrite
— NFR Podcast (@nfr_podcast) December 4, 2024
“Nobody has respected women more through art than rappers" pic.twitter.com/FKNjbrgxaC
In his video response, Andrew Schulz sarcastically critiqued Kendrick Lamar for collaborating on a comedy project with South Park, a show often criticized for walking the line of racial insensitivity. Schulz also referenced Lamar’s associations with controversial figures like R. Kelly and other artists accused of abuse, framing it as ironic given Lamar’s critique of white comedians discussing Black women.
I appreciated that Schulz refrained from turning his response into a defensive lecture or an over-the-top apology. Personally, I believe comedians should have the creative freedom to push boundaries within their craft. However, I completely understand why certain groups, particularly Black women—who I believe are among the most mistreated individuals in America—might find his comments deeply offensive.
Ultimately, I don’t perceive malicious intent from either party. Instead, this feels like a clash of perspectives, where both sides are expressing their beliefs in their respective mediums.
Do you think Andrew Schulz went too far or Kendrick is being too sensitive?
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
