Rap Titans Collide: Kendrick Lamar Joins Playboi Carti on Stage

On October 14, 2025, rap fans were treated to a surprise collaboration as Kendrick Lamar joined Playboi Carti on stage during his "Antagonist Tour" concert at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Carti is currently touring in support of his highly anticipated third studio album, "Music," which was released in March 2025.

Lamar, who was featured on several tracks on Carti's new album, took the stage to perform the song "Good Credits" with the rising star. Fans were thrilled to witness the two titans of hip-hop sharing the spotlight, with one describing it as "two dimensions colliding."

However, Carti's star-studded album has also sparked some controversy. Kanye West, professionally known as Ye, took to social media in March 2025 to criticize Lamar's involvement, stating that he "didn't need to hear him" on Carti's project.

Despite the mixed reactions, Playboi Carti's "Music" has been a commercial success, debuting at the top of the Billboard 200 chart. The album features collaborations with other high-profile artists, including Travis Scott, The Weeknd, and Lil Uzi Vert.