TMZ Hip Hop caught up with Grammy guru Harvey Mason Jr. at LAX on Monday, where he shared his thoughts on the explosive impact of Kendrick Lamar‘s latest track, “Not Like Us.” The song has been making waves in the music world, and Harvey’s feeling the buzz just like everyone else.
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Kendrick filmed the music video for “Not Like Us” in Compton over the weekend, and its release is expected to reignite interest in the track. While it’s a catchy, danceable hit, the song also takes direct shots at Drake, adding to the drama.
Harvey emphasized that it’s all about the art and creativity. “Not Like Us” is hitting all the right notes in those departments. Ultimately, the Recording Academy voters will decide its fate, but Harvey believes Kendrick’s provocative lyrics won’t significantly influence the committee’s decisions.
Kendrick is no stranger to the Grammys, with 17 wins under his belt, placing him among the all-time greats. Harvey also hinted that a separate diss track category might be considered, given the year’s heavy dose of musical feuds. He acknowledged that some impressive diss tracks have dropped lately, keeping the genre fresh and exciting.