From making the decision to leave Chicago to popping up on one of his most famous albums, here’s everything to know about Kendrick Lamar's parents, Paula Oliver and Kenny Duckworth. Simone ...

as he was named Kendrick at birth. The name Lamar, meanwhile, is actually his middle name, while his last name is Duckworth. Lamar's full name is Kendrick Lamar Duckworth. While he decided to use ...

Lamar—born Kendrick Lamar Duckworth on June 17, 1987, in Compton, California—released his first album, "Section.80," in 2011 after being signed to Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope ...

Lamar, now a Pulitzer Prize winner and Grammy Award-winning artist, credits much of his success to his authenticity and dedication. “Kendrick Duckworth is a rapper? Quiet Kendrick?” ...

Kendrick Lamar started developing his intricate lyricism, thought-provoking storytelling and socially conscious themes while being raised by his parents, Paula Oliver and Kenny Duckworth.

as he was named Kendrick at birth. The name Lamar, meanwhile, is actually his middle name, while his last name is Duckworth. While he decided to use his real name as part of his stage name ...