Dahi has generated significant anticipation with the announcement of his latest album, Black Boy (Alternative). Beyond the project’s stellar production, fans were particularly eager to hear Kendrick Lamar return to his introspective, soulful roots. The wait is finally over, as the artist has officially released his new song, ‘How To Pray,’ featuring both Kendrick Lamar and Amber Mark.
The track finds Kendrick Lamar navigating complex themes of trust, vulnerability, and love alongside the evocative vocals of Amber Mark. Eschewing traditional hip-hop structures, the song highlights the experimental nature of Kendrick’s craft, further pushing the boundaries of what contemporary rap can achieve.
The accompanying music video offers a unique visual treatment, utilizing a split-screen effect to explore the concept of finding similarity in seemingly dissimilar objects. From the fretboard of a guitar paired with the body of a snake to the curves of a musical instrument mirrored by the human form, the video emphasizes design commonalities. Shot in monochrome, the visual shifts the viewer’s focus from color to the interplay of light, shadow, and shape. Fans can watch the official video above.
