Kendrick Lamar has sparked excitement among fans with a recent collaboration snippet shared by his long-time producer, Sounwave. While the timeline for new music remains uncertain, the two producers have been actively working together, indicating that Lamar has a wealth of material to explore following the success of his previous album, GNX.
In a video posted by Kurrco on Twitter, Sounwave and fellow producer Jack Antonoff are seen discussing new tracks. Antonoff played Sounwave two distinct snippets of unreleased music featuring Lamar, seeking his feedback on the production. One of the snippets prominently includes a sample from The Jones Girls hit “Nights Over Egypt.”
The first snippet presents an upbeat, lively sound characterized by a funky rhythm, with Lamar delivering his signature calm and casual rapping style. This contrasts sharply with the second snippet, which, while still funky, adopts a slower and hazier tone. It remains unclear whether Lamar’s voice features prominently in this second piece.
Fans are already anticipating the potential release of these snippets, with many expressing their hopes for new music in 2026. The demand for more of Lamar’s work continues, especially as he typically takes significant breaks between albums. Although there have been few new releases recently, his tours and feature verses have kept fans engaged throughout 2025, alongside notable performances at the Grammy Awards and the Super Bowl.
Lamar’s ongoing rivalry with fellow artist Drake has drawn attention, but it seems that these new snippets might be more suited to a relaxed, earthy style rather than the high-energy West Coast bangers fans have come to expect.
Sounwave has also shared insights about the creative process behind GNX. In an interview with Variety, he described the early stages as “throwing paint on the wall,” which eventually developed into a vibrant, funky groove that reflects their shared background from Compton. Sounwave emphasized the importance of collaboration, stating, “I realized the people who we should bring in to push it even further. I was fortunate to have friends who are very talented.”
As anticipation builds for Kendrick Lamar’s next musical offering, fans and industry observers alike remain eager to see how these new snippets will fit into his evolving discography.
