Lil Wayne has shared his thoughts regarding Kendrick Lamar’s recent track, “wacced out murals,” from Lamar’s freshly released album GNX. Dropped on November 22, the album features 12 tracks that delve into a variety of serious themes, including Wayne’s disappointment over not being chosen to headline the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show in his hometown of New Orleans.
In the song “wacced out murals,” Lamar references Wayne’s feelings about the Super Bowl snub with the lines: “Used to bump Tha Carter III, I held my Rollie chain proud/ Irony, I think my hard work let Lil Wayne down.” Kendrick highlights a recognition of Wayne’s influence while expressing his own triumphs, stating, “Won the Super Bowl and Nas the only one congratulate me/ All these n—-s agitated, I’m just glad they showin’ they faces.”
After having time to process the lyric, Wayne seemingly responded through a post on X (formerly Twitter) early Saturday morning. He expressed his feelings, stating, “Man wtf I do?! I just be chillin & dey still kome 4 my head. Let’s not take kindness for weakness. Let this giant sleep. I beg u all. No one really wants destruction, not even me but I shall destroy if disturbed. On me. Love.”
Wayne had previously opened up about the intense pain he felt from the Super Bowl snub. In September, he described it as a significant emotional blow, admitting, “That hurt. It hurt a lot.” He took accountability for not being mentally prepared for the letdown but emphasized his desire to perform on that grand stage in front of his hometown audience. In a reaffirmation during his Lil WeezyAna Fest in November, he stated, “It was ripped away from me, but this moment right here… they can’t take this away from me.”
This exchange between two of hip-hop’s giants highlights the complex emotions that come with the pressures of fame and public expectation. While Wayne’s frustration is palpable, it serves as a hopeful reminder that both artists are channeling their experiences into their music, addressing personal feelings of loss and triumph that resonate deeply with fans.
In a time when vulnerability is often celebrated in music, this dialogue reflects the real struggles artists face while pushing forward in their careers.