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S13E9 - Dissecting 'Purple Hearts' by Kendrick Lamar
Season 14 · Episode 9

S13E9 - Dissecting 'Purple Hearts' by Kendrick Lamar

Dissect · The Ringer

April 8, 202559m 8s

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Show Notes

Our season-long analysis of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with "Purple Hearts." As the final song of Disc 1, "Purple Hearts" represents a critical juncture in the album where Kendrick calls on God to guide him through the album's emotionally wrenching second half. Kendrick also receives guidance from Ghostface Killah, who plays a Saint-like role in the story.


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Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna

Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler

Additional Production: Justin Sayles

Theme Music: Birocratic

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