Key Points
- The Game says he wanted Kendrick on Black Wall Street. He spoke about talks with Top Dawg then.
- Kendrick Lamar later rose with TDE and critical acclaim. The Game frames his memory as early recognition.
- Online reaction to the interview shows mixed responses. Some TDE affiliates disputed parts of his account.
The Game (Jayceon Taylor) tells Big Boy he tried to sign Kendrick Lamar (Kendrick Lamar Duckworth). He says he spoke with Top Dawg about adding Kendrick to Black Wall Street.
The claim comes during a wider week of rap news and chat. See Porsha Williams goes public for recent celebrity coverage.
Kendrick was already rising within Top Dawg’s circle at that time. The Game says he saw Kendrick’s talent early on.
Claim and response
Some TDE members later publicly disputed The Game’s account online today. Fans shared screenshots and replies across social platforms widely overnight.
The Game also recalled helping Jay Rock and visiting Top Dawg’s house. Related celebrity coverage includes Burna Boy’s sister Nissi calling a viral claim fake.
The Game’s statement adds new detail to his long public memory. He mentions specific meetings and tour moments with young artists.
Music writers note that many rappers recall early talent recognition for Kendrick. Those accounts often point to Top Dawg’s early role and patience.
The Game’s claim has no new documents to prove a formal offer. Top Dawg and TDE have not released statements beyond social replies.
Direct quotes from the Big Boy chat show The Game’s view plainly. He repeats memory lines about Dot and early Compton meetings.
This episode adds another thread to ongoing hip hop conversations online. Readers should weigh personal claims against multiple verified sources carefully.
The Game’s past label moves show mixed outcomes for signees. Industry insiders say managing artists requires steady funding and guidance.
Kendrick’s rise to stardom with TDE proved widely successful and historic. His albums drew awards and sales across the world rapidly.
For now, Top Dawg’s circle remains the main source on early deals. The Game’s claim adds colour but needs more proof to confirm.
ValidUpdates will watch for further statements from The Game or TDE. Readers can follow updates on this page as new facts appear.
