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Kendrick Lamar, Lefty Gunplay
The track reunites Kendrick Lamar with producer DJ Mustard, who previously worked with him on "Not Like Us," which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. In a November 2024 interview with Billboard, Mustard said the beat's two halves were made at different times, with the second half originally intended for a theatrical album of his own before Lamar showed interest in it.
The song urges listeners to rise above mediocrity, steer clear of toxic influences and stay focused on their purpose. Its title metaphorically calls for turning off the TV, critiquing passive consumption and conformity, with themes of authenticity, accountability, survival and self-sufficiency.