Governor Gavin Newsom and California's delegates at the 2024 Democratic National Convention paid homage to legendary hip-hop artists from the Golden State.
- August 21, 2024
AceShowbiz - California Governor Gavin Newsom and his Democratic delegation recognized the cultural significance of hip-hop by utilizing the music of Kendrick Lamar and other iconic artists during their appearance at the 2024 DNC. Newsom's speech in support of Kamala Harris featured the anthem "Not Like Us" by Lamar, creating a jarring contrast with the Governor's rhetoric.
Newsom has a history of aligning himself with Lamar musically, quoting the rapper in his victory speech after being elected Governor in 2018. Despite this praise, Kendrick Lamar himself has not reciprocated the political support.
In a similar tribute, California delegates subtly honored Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Tupac Shakur and Kendrick Lamar by playing their music during their roll call. While the artists were absent, viewers enjoyed a karaoke performance to their classic tracks.
The embrace of hip-hop by California's political elite reflects the genre's increasing influence and recognition in mainstream society. The practice of utilizing hip-hop to bolster political speeches, as Georgia did by featuring Lil Jon, demonstrates the power of music to connect with audiences and convey messages.
