Video: Kendrick Lamar - 'Backseat Freestyle'

Kendrick Lamar starts the new year with a bang by dropping the video for the Hit-Boy-produced “Backseat Freestyle” off his critically-acclaimed debut good kid, m.A.A.d city.

2012’s breakout star takes us on a journey from his Compton backyard to international fame, rapping in front of the Eiffel Tower. He paints a picture of his childhood with appearances from his “high as f**k” father and an ass-shaking Sherane.

Buckle up for the wild ride.