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S13E8 - Dissecting 'We Cry Together' by Kendrick Lamar

2025/4/1
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Cole Kushner introduces the episode, recapping Kendrick's spiritual journey and the theatrical nature of 'We Cry Together,' a song featuring Taylor Page and depicting a verbally abusive relationship, likely based on Kendrick's own experiences.
  • Kendrick's spiritual journey is marked by a dichotomy, with both progress and ego-driven setbacks.
  • 'We Cry Together' is presented as a five-minute musical drama with actress Taylor Page.
  • The song likely reflects arguments between Kendrick and Whitney.

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Our season-long analysis of Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers continues with its eighth track "We Cry Together." We interpret the song as a representation of Eckhart Tolle's concept of the pain-body, an energy field within the body comprised of accumulated, unconfronted trauma and pain.

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Host/Writer/EP: Cole Cuchna

Video/Audio Production: Kevin Pooler

Additional Production: Justin Sayles

Theme Music: Birocratic

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