Bygones Quote by Kendrick Lamar
“Let bygones be bygones...but where I'm from, We buy guns and more guns, to give to the young.”
About This Quote
Source Song: “The Blacker the Berry” (album To Pimp a Butterfly, 2015)
A critique of societal violence and the cycle of aggression, urging reflection on how we perpetuate harm.
In simple terms: Violence breeds more violence; we must break the cycle.
Key Takeaway
Challenge the norms that glorify guns and protect youth.
Themes
violence
cycle
societal critique
responsibility
Mood
critical
urgent
Type
social
musical
When to use this quote
- community safety
- youth education
- policy reform
- personal responsibility
Key Concepts
Hip‑hop
social commentary
cultural critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities foster non‑violent traditions?
- What role does media play in shaping attitudes toward guns?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑rooted cultural habits is difficult and may meet resistance.
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