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PRIDE.

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"I know the walls, they can listen, I wish they could talk back”
"The better part, the human heart, you love 'em or dissect 'em"
"Cold as December but never remember what winter did"
"I’m willing to give up a leg and arm to show empathy from / Pity parties and functions of you and yours"
"I don't trust people enough beyond they surface, world"
A
"Promises are broken and more resentment come alive”
"Smiles and cold stares, the temperature goes there"
"The hurt becomes repetition, the love almost lost that"
"See, in a perfect world, I would be perfect, world"
B
"Happiness or flashiness? How do you serve the question?"
"A perfect world is never perfect, only filled with lies"
"Seems like I point the finger just to make a point nowadays"
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Created Nov 4, 2025
Dive into the introspective world of Kendrick Lamar's "PRIDE." from the critically acclaimed album DAMN. This ranking explores the song's most powerful and thought-provoking lyrics, from the haunting opening line "I know the walls, they can listen, I wish they could talk back" to the vulnerable confession "I don't trust people enough beyond they surface, world."

Each lyric dissects themes of authenticity, self-reflection, and the struggle between ego and empathy. Lines like "Happiness or flashiness? How do you serve the question?" and "A perfect world is never perfect, only filled with lies" capture Kendrick's meditation on pride's duality—both protective armor and destructive force. Rank these verses based on their emotional impact, lyrical complexity, or personal resonance.

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