New Kendrick Lamar music is officially on the way. Grammy-winning producer Dahi has confirmed that “How To Pray,” featuring Kendrick Lamar and Amber Mark, will be released on August 28 as part of his debut artist album, Black Boy (Alternative). The announcement follows the arrival of a brief song previewed on Childish Gambino’s GILGA Radio that quickly spread across social media, giving fans their first taste of the highly anticipated collaboration.
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The snippet has generated significant excitement, not only because it marks another collaboration between Kendrick Lamar and Dahi, but also because it pairs the Compton rapper with acclaimed singer-songwriter Amber Mark. The short preview hints at a reflective and melodic record, although the full version remains under wraps until its official release.
Dahi Steps Into the Spotlight
Best known for producing landmark records for artists including Kendrick Lamar, Drake, SZA, Travis Scott, and 21 Savage, Dahi is preparing to release his first solo album, Black Boy (Alternative), on August 28 through ALTER Music. The project brings together an impressive lineup of collaborators and reflects the producer’s evolution from behind-the-scenes hitmaker to featured artist.
“How To Pray” appears as the third track on the album and is one of its most anticipated collaborations. While fans have speculated about the song’s connection to previously leaked Kendrick material, neither Dahi nor Kendrick Lamar has officially confirmed any relationship between the two, making those theories unverified.
What Has Been Confirmed?
Dahi has officially confirmed that:
- “How To Pray” features Kendrick Lamar and Amber Mark.
- The song will be released on August 28.
- It appears on Black Boy (Alternative) as Track 3.
At the time of publication, production credits beyond Dahi, songwriting details, cover art for the single, and the song’s runtime have not been officially released.
What Fans Can Expect
Although only a brief preview has surfaced, the snippet suggests “How To Pray” blends Dahi’s atmospheric production with Kendrick Lamar’s introspective style and Amber Mark’s soulful vocals. The collaboration also continues the longstanding creative relationship between Kendrick and Dahi, whose past work together includes standout records such as “Money Trees” and several tracks from DAMN.
With Black Boy (Alternative) featuring appearances from Childish Gambino, Vince Staples, Channel Tres, Ravyn Lenae, Baby Rose, Fousheé, Elmiene, and others, “How To Pray” is expected to be one of the album’s centerpiece records.
Conclusion
The countdown is officially underway for another Kendrick Lamar feature. “How To Pray” will arrive on August 28 as part of Dahi’s debut album Black Boy (Alternative), bringing together one of hip hop’s most respected producers, one of its biggest stars, and acclaimed R&B vocalist Amber Mark. Until then, fans will have to settle for the newly released snippet as anticipation continues to build.