About The Album
GNX is the powerful and unexpected sixth studio album from Kendrick Lamar, released as a surprise on November 22, 2024. A victory lap following his seismic feud with Drake, the album is a triumphant return to Lamar's West Coast roots, steeped in G-funk, car culture, and unflinching lyricism. Titled after the legendary Buick Grand National Experimental, GNX is a raw, cinematic, and technically brilliant showcase of an artist at the peak of his powers, solidifying his reign in modern hip-hop.
GNX Full Tracklist & Lyrics
- 1. wacced out murals View Lyrics
- 2. squabble up View Lyrics
- 3. luther (feat. SZA) View Lyrics
- 4. man at the garden View Lyrics
- 5. hey now (feat. Dody6) View Lyrics
- 6. reincarnated View Lyrics
- 7. tv off (feat. Lefty Gunplay) View Lyrics
- 8. dodger blue (feat. Wallie the Sensei, Roddy Ricch, Siete7x & Peysoh) View Lyrics
- 9. peekaboo (feat. AZ Chike) View Lyrics
- 10. heart pt. 6 View Lyrics
- 11. gnx View Lyrics
- 12. gloria (feat. SZA) View Lyrics
Bonus Track
Album Credits
Executive Producer
Kendrick Lamar & Dave Free
Distributor
Universal Music Group
Phonographic Copyright ℗
pgLang & Interscope Records
Copyright ©
pgLang & Interscope Records
Label
pgLang & Interscope Records
Release Date
November 22, 2024
Detailed Song Credits
Primary Artists
Kendrick Lamar & SZA
Featuring
AZ Chike, Dody6, Hitta J3, Lefty Gunplay, Peysoh, Roddy Ricch, Siete7x, Wallie the Sensei & YoungThreat
Producers
Craig Balmoris, Dahi, Deats, Frano, Jack Antonoff, Juju The Fool, Kamasi Washington, Kendrick Lamar, Kenny & Billy, Larry Jayy, M-Tech, Mustard, Noah Ehler, Rascal, Roselilah, Scott Bridgeway, Sean Momberger, Sounwave, Tane Runo, Terrace Martin, Tim Maxey & Tyler Reese
Writers
2Pac, AZ Chike, Craig Balmoris, Dahi, Deyra Barrera, DJ Premier, Dody6, E.D.I. Mean, Frano, Hitta J3, Hussein Fatal, Ink, Jack Antonoff, Jimmy Webb, John Barry, Johnny J, Juju The Fool, Kamasi Washington, Kastro, Kendrick Lamar, Kenny & Billy, Larry Jayy, Lefty Gunplay, Little Beaver, Marvin Gaye, Michel Legrand, M-Tech, Mustard, Napoleon (Outlawz), Noah Ehler, The Notorious B.I.G., Peysoh, Pretty Tony, Rascal, Roddy Ricch, Roselilah, Sam Dew, Scott Bridgeway, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, Sean Momberger, Siete7x, Sounwave, SZA, Tane Runo, Terrence Martin, Tim Maxey, Tyler Reese, Wallie the Sensei, Willie Clarke, Yaki Kadafi & YoungThreat
Additional Production
Larry Jayy, M-Tech & Terrace Martin
Additional Vocals
Deyra Barrera, Dody6, Ink, Lefty Gunplay, Roddy Ricch, Sam Dew, Siete7x & Wallie the Sensei
Background Vocals
Ink & Sam Dew
Recording Engineers
Evan Smith, Jack Antonoff, Johnathan Turner, Laura Sisk, Oli Jacobs, Ray Charles Brown Jr., Tony Austin, Tony Shepperd & Zem Audu
Mixing & Mastering
Oli Jacobs (Mixing), Ruairi O'Flaherty (Mastering)
Instruments
Miles Mosley (Bass), Peter Jacobson (Cello), Evan Smith (Saxophone), Zem Audu (Saxophone), Caleb Vaughn Smith (Strings), Drew Forde (Strings), & more.
Video Direction
Calmatic, Karena Evans, Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
Frequently Asked Questions
What does GNX stand for on Kendrick Lamar's album?
GNX stands for the Buick Grand National Experimental (GNX), a legendary turbocharged performance car from 1987. Only 547 were made, making it one of the rarest American muscle cars. Kendrick uses this as a metaphor for rare excellence, West Coast car culture, and raw, unfiltered power—themes that run throughout the album.
Is GNX a surprise album?
Yes. GNX was released with zero warning on November 22, 2024 (Black Friday). No singles, no pre-announcement, no rollout campaign. This came just months after his highly publicized feud with Drake, where Kendrick emerged victorious with tracks like 'Not Like Us.'
Who features on the GNX album?
GNX features SZA (on 'luther' and 'gloria'), Roddy Ricch, and a deep roster of West Coast talent: Dody6, Lefty Gunplay, Wallie the Sensei, Siete7x, Peysoh, AZ Chike, Hitta J3, and YoungThreat. The album prioritizes California artists, reinforcing Kendrick's commitment to his home state.
Is 'Not Like Us' on the GNX album?
Yes. 'Not Like Us'—the viral Drake diss track that dominated 2024—appears as the 13th and final bonus track on GNX. Its inclusion serves as a victory lap, cementing Kendrick's dominance after one of hip-hop's most talked-about battles.
When was GNX released?
GNX was surprise-released on November 22, 2024 via pgLang and Interscope Records. The album dropped on all major streaming platforms simultaneously with no prior warning.
How many songs are on GNX?
GNX contains 12 main tracks plus 1 bonus track ('Not Like Us'), totaling 13 songs. The album runs approximately 44 minutes and showcases a variety of West Coast sounds, from G-funk to experimental production.