Kendrick Lamar Drops “Money Without Me” on YouTube, Sparking Confusion Among Fans
A mysterious track titled “Money Without Me” appeared on Kendrick Lamar’s official YouTube page last night (December 17), leaving fans puzzled. The song, which seems to date back to Lamar’s Section.80 era, has fans speculating whether it was intentionally uploaded or if his account was hacked.
A Blast From the Past?
“Money Without Me” exhibits the lyrical style and production reminiscent of Kendrick Lamar’s early career, particularly the Section.80 days, which marked his transition from underground to mainstream recognition. Fans in the comments section of the video have been divided. Some treated the release as a new single, celebrating Lamar’s unexpected drop. “Casually dropping a whole song this time is a goat move,” one fan wrote, praising the unannounced release. Others, however, questioned the song’s origins. “This is from his Section.80 days. Don’t know why it’s out now—hacked?” another user speculated.
The confusion surrounding the track has sparked debates on social media about whether Lamar intentionally shared this track or if it was an accidental leak. The lack of official communication from Kendrick’s team only adds to the intrigue.
Connection to GNX?
Interestingly, the song’s current cover art bears a resemblance to the artwork from Lamar’s most recent album, GNX, which he released without warning last month. GNX marked a major milestone for the rapper as his first album after leaving Top Dawg Entertainment and Aftermath Entertainment. The surprise project debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, earning 319,000 album-equivalent units in its first week. Tracks from the album dominated the Billboard Hot 100, with collaborations featuring SZA, Roddy Ricch, and Wallie the Sensei.
Could the release of “Money Without Me” be part of a deliberate rollout, or is it a standalone relic from Kendrick’s archive? Fans remain divided as they continue to dissect the track’s lyrics and production.
Kendrick’s Grand National Tour
The sudden release of “Money Without Me” comes as Kendrick gears up for his highly anticipated Grand National Tour with SZA. The tour is set to kick off in April 2025 in Minneapolis and includes 23 shows across North America, concluding in Maryland in June. This will be Kendrick’s first tour following the release of GNX.
Adding to the buzz around the tour is the fact that Kendrick has scheduled shows in Toronto, despite his ongoing feud with Drake. Fans are eager to see how the tension between the two will play out during the tour, especially considering both rappers’ dominance in hip-hop.
A History of Leaks
While Kendrick Lamar is known for his tight control over his music, this isn’t the first time a track of his has surfaced unexpectedly. Fans recall past instances of unreleased songs leaking online, often igniting similar speculation. However, the timing of “Money Without Me” has left many wondering if this was a deliberate attempt to gauge interest in unreleased material from his archives.
As of now, neither Kendrick Lamar nor his team has commented on the release of “Money Without Me.” Fans continue to speculate whether this is a teaser for something larger, a one-off drop, or simply a mistake. Whatever the case, the song has reignited discussions about Lamar’s early work and reminded fans of the brilliance of his Section.80 era.
For now, Kendrick’s loyal following will keep their eyes on his YouTube page and social media, waiting to see if the rapper has more surprises in store. If “Money Without Me” is any indication, 2025 could bring more unreleased gems from one of hip-hop’s greatest storytellers.
