Kendrick Lamar Meets President Barack Obama in "Pay It Forward" Video

The rapper and POTUS discuss the importance of mentorship.

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Top Dawg Entertainment just released a short one-minute PSA-style visual titled “Pay It Forward,” in which Kendrick Lamar reflects on the influence mentors have had on his path to success. A likely followup to the motivational “Hard Word” video, K. Dot is seen meeting President Barack Obama at the White House where they shared views on topics concerning “the inner cities, the problem, the solutions and furthermore embracing the youth.” View the meaningful clip directed by Dave Meyers & The Little Homies above. If you haven’t already, check out Kendrick’s full Austin City Limits set here.

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