How many songs did Kendrick Lamar write for the 2025 Billboard Hot 100?

Kendrick Lamar had 22 songwriting credits on the Billboard Hot 100 during the 2025 eligibility period.

What was Kendrick Lamar's biggest hit on the 2025 charts?

His track "Luther" featuring SZA spent 13 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

Who ranked second on the 2025 Hot 100 Songwriters chart?

Amy Allen finished second on the 2025 year-end Hot 100 Songwriters ranking with 31 charting songs.

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Kendrick Lamar Dominates 2025 Hot 100 Songwriters Chart

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Summary

Kendrick Lamar secured the top spot with 22 songwriting credits.
His track 'Luther' with SZA was a 13-week chart-topper.
Several hits charted due to continued popularity and Super Bowl performance.

Kendrick Lamar Dominates 2025 Hot 100 Songwriters Chart

Kendrick Lamar has been named the top songwriter for 2025, thanks to 22 distinct songwriting credits on the Billboard Hot 100. This prestigious ranking acknowledges his contributions throughout the charting year, which concluded on October 18, 2025. His success was propelled by massive hits like the 13-week chart-topping single "Luther," featuring SZA, and the one-week number one "Squabble Up."

Several of Lamar's 22 charting songs were carryovers from previous periods, with their continued presence on the Hot 100 counting towards his 2025 ranking. Hits such as "Not Like Us" and "Humble." remained on the charts due to their sustained popularity. Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show performance in February also reignited interest in older tracks like "All the Stars," leading to their re-entry and continued charting.