Kendrick Lamar isn’t just a rapper. He’s a movement, a storyteller, and a visionary. His music and message have shifted culture, inspired millions, and redefined what it means to be an artist with purpose. At the heart of How to Be More, Like Kendrick Lamar is a simple yet profound idea: to be more. Inspired by a moment in his “Squabble Up” video, where Kendrick holds a mock self-help book titled How to Be More Like Kendrick for Dummies, this book takes that concept seriously and makes it reality, exploring how Kendrick’s life, philosophy, and artistry offer a blueprint for those seeking meaning, excellence, and authenticity. Through a collection of essays, each paired with vivid and striking illustrations by graphic designer TTK, How to Be More, Like Kendrick Lamar unpacks the guiding principles behind Kendrick’s career, from self-discipline and intentionality to loyalty, humility, and an unrelenting belief in community. It examines his evolution from a hungry young MC determined to