LeBron James proves memes wrong after rapping Kendrick Lamar ‘word for word’ at 40th birthday party

LeBron James has always had a close bond with both mentioned rappers, and his love for rap music is unmistakable. From likening the back-and-forth between GSW and CLE to a rap beef to co-producing the documentary “How Music Got Free” with rap legend Eminem, he doesn’t shy away from expressing his enthusiasm as soon as a new record drops. We’ve all seen photos of LeBron practicing with his headphones blasting music—a clear testament to his passion for the genre.

Moreover, his friendship and close ties with Kendrick Lamar have caused a rift between him and Drake, who recently unfollowed the King on Instagram following his beef with the Cali rapper. However, LeBron has made it clear whose side he is on.

LeBron James butchers Pop Smoke’s “For the Night”

Any fan of LeBron James knows he frequently raps along to his favorite new artists on Instagram. From Nipsey Hussle to Eminem, LeBron has long been a follower and fan of the art of hip-hop. However, he became an ongoing meme after posting a story where he seemingly butchered the rap lyrics to the late Pop Smoke’s hit song For the Night.

Fans made fun of King James for not knowing the lyrics but continuing to rap regardless. Nonetheless, LeBron gave the up-and-coming artist a shoutout for his talent. Pop Smoke has also spoke highly of LeBron in the past, saying he’s the best player in the game and has been kind to other rappers.

Despite his admiration for the genre, LeBron has occasionally faltered. For instance, he once sang the wrong lyrics to 6lack’s Stay Down. Instead of “hoppin’ out the car, no photos, baby,” LeBron seemed to say, “yabadabadodobo Old Navy.” In response, 6lack humorously reacted, saying, “Maybe I wrote the lyrics wrong, and he’s the correct one.”

So, the fact that he was able to sing word for word of “Man at the Garden”, means a lot to NBA fans who been previously disappointed in him for not knowing the lyrics.