Joe Budden Admits To Being “Jealous” Of Kendrick Lamar’s Indepe

Joe Budden says he’s “jealous” of Kendrick Lamar’s liberty gained by shifting to his own label ahead of the release of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, his highly anticipated fifth studio album.

“I am so fucking jealous of how he’s able to do that,” After reading a post on Lamar’s website, Budden noted during the segment. “In his own way, just quietly, ain’t said a peep for years.”

When another host expresses interest in the new album,  Budden responds, “As a music lover, you’re excited, and part of why you’re excited is part of why I’m jealous: You have no idea what he’s talking about. We don’t know what he’s talking about. We don’t know what mood he’s in. We don’t know how he’s on.”

Last year, Lamar stated that Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers will be his final TDE album in a post on his website, oklama.com.

“As I produce my final TDE album, I feel joy to have been a part of such a cultural imprint after 17 years,” he stated. “The Struggles. The Success. And most importantly, the Brotherhood. May the Most High continue to use Top Dawg as a vessel for candid creators. As I continue to pursue my life’s calling.”

Budden’s remarks follow the release of “The Heart Part 5.” Lamar’s first single since 2018. However, Lamar transforms his face into Kanye West, Nipsey Hussle, Will Smith, Kobe Bryant, OJ Simpson, and Jussie Smollett in the music video for the song.

What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments section.