Kendrick Lamar - Count Me Out (official Audio) May 2026

While the official audio is the focus, the Music Video (directed by Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free) adds significant context:

: The video uses color-coded sections (black-and-white for the "real world" and color for abstract representations of his internal state) to show his dual identity. Kendrick Lamar - Count Me Out (Official Audio)

: The track features a minimalist yet layered production that blends elements of conscious hip-hop with choral vocals and intricate ad-libs. While the official audio is the focus, the

: The phrase "I love when you count me out" serves as a defiant mantra. It reflects Kendrick's ability to thrive when underestimated and his desire to relinquish the "savior" expectations placed upon him by society. It reflects Kendrick's ability to thrive when underestimated

: It transitions from a slow, confessional first verse to a more upbeat second section, before slowing back down for a reflective finale.

"Count Me Out" is the 10th track on Kendrick Lamar's fifth studio album, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers (2022). Produced by a powerhouse team including , DJ Dahi , and J.LBS , it serves as the opening track for the album's second disc. Core Themes & Narrative