Timothée Chalamet recently reflected on his memorable interview with Kendrick Lamar before the highly anticipated Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show. During the lead-up to the event, Chalamet humorously remarked, “My life is in your hands,” highlighting the intense atmosphere surrounding Lamar due to his ongoing feud with Drake at the time.
The Marty Supreme actor appeared on “7PM in Brooklyn” with Carmelo Anthony, where he shared the humorous yet chilling thought that crossed his mind: “Could you imagine if this is how I go out?” Chalamet envisioned the headline reading, “‘Actor Timothée Chalamet murdered,’” contemplating the absurdity of such an end to his Wikipedia page.
Reflecting on his time with Lamar, Chalamet was taken aback by the rapper’s tranquility amidst the chaos of his public disputes. He expressed admiration for Lamar’s composure when he said, “I was just so amazed. I couldn’t believe you could be that big, at war with somebody that big, and go about your life.”
Chalamet further elaborated on the cultural impact of the feud, noting that it encompassed more than just the music. In an earlier conversation, he stated, “I think we saw, beyond the quality of songs in the battle environment, pop culture at large got behind the Nobel figure and Pulitzer figure.” This acknowledgment emphasizes the significant role their rivalry played in shaping contemporary pop culture and illustrates how artists influence and engage their audiences beyond music.
This behind-the-scenes look at Chalamet’s experiences reveals not just his admiration for Lamar, but also a deeper understanding of the intricate dynamics within the music industry and the public personas artists maintain even under immense pressure.