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What if the Reason Kendrick Lamar’s Videos Disappeared Isn’t as Incendiary as the Rumors Say?

While gossip spreads, fans online may have figured out the reason for the video removals, and it’s pretty mundane.

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On May 11, Kendrick Lamar fans noticed something strange on Apple Music. Without explanation, his 2024 album GNX had disappeared from the streaming platform. Cross-referencing with other platforms, fans noted it was still on Spotify, but not on Tidal. Over on YouTube, there was a similar situation. The videos for “Luther” and “Not Like Us” disappeared and were re-uploaded, which reset their view count.

Additionally, “Euphoria” disappeared and was re-uploaded on streaming. GNX also returned to the platforms. Strangely, a report from Digital Music News found that the re-uploaded videos were subsequently removed again. Quickly, the originals returned in their place, retaining their view count.

There seems to be nothing different about the album or the videos. But, of course, this unexplained incident has the rumor mill turning.........

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