doechii’s new project compared to kendrick lamar’s ‘section.80’ by top dawg
Doechii’s new mixtape, “Alligator Bites Never Heal,” is making waves across the music industry, with Top Dawg Entertainment (TDE) head honcho Anthony “Top Dawg” Tiffith comparing its impact to Kendrick Lamar’s groundbreaking debut project, “Section.80.” The Florida-born rapper released the highly anticipated tape, and it has already garnered critical acclaim from industry heavyweights and fans alike.
Top Dawg’s High Praise for Doechii
Taking to Instagram shortly after the mixtape’s release, Top Dawg didn’t hold back in expressing his admiration for Doechii’s latest effort. He noted the project’s timeless quality and its ability to evoke the same energy as Kendrick Lamar’s early days on the TDE roster.
“@doechii Alligator Bites Never Heal out now!! What are your thoughts & standouts so far?” Top Dawg wrote. “I have the same feeling I had when KDOT dropped Section 80. She’s 1 of those ones 4sho!!! #TDE20 #TimelessClassicMusic.”
This comparison is no small feat, as Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Section.80’ marked the beginning of a legendary career, positioning him as one of the greatest rappers of his generation. By likening Doechii’s mixtape to such a pivotal project, Top Dawg is setting high expectations for her trajectory within the label and the broader Hip Hop landscape.
Support from ScHoolboy Q
Doechii’s TDE family has been vocal about their support for her artistry. Fellow TDE artist ScHoolboy Q also took to social media to praise the mixtape. Writing on X (formerly Twitter), he said: “Just here to say DOEcHii… dats all I care about at da moment.”
This level of enthusiasm from her labelmates further cements Doechii’s position as a rising star within the TDE collective.
Connecting with the LGBTQIA+ Community
As a proud queer artist, Doechii continues to break boundaries and challenge norms within the traditionally male-dominated and heteronormative Hip Hop industry. Speaking to Rolling Stone during Pride Month, she reflected on how the LGBTQIA+ community has been a source of strength and inspiration throughout her career.
“No community has uplifted me and made me feel as safe as the gay community,” Doechii said. “Ballroom culture, of course, is a part of that community. I just feel understood in that space, and not all the time in this hip-hop genre do I feel fully embraced, like I do in this bag. I just feel safe.”
Her authenticity and vulnerability resonate deeply with her fans, many of whom see her as a beacon of representation and acceptance in both music and society.
A Love Letter to the LGBTQIA+ Community
Earlier this year, Doechii teamed up with JT, her collaborator on the track “Alter Ego,” to pen heartfelt messages to the LGBTQIA+ community. As part of an initiative launched by Billboard for Pride Month, the rappers shared words of encouragement and gratitude.
“I owe a tremendous amount of gratitude to the LGBTQ+ community for embracing me so tightly and pushing not only my music, but also championing my personal growth,” Doechii wrote. “My creative work is heavily influenced by both my Florida roots and the vibrant LGBTQ+ community. My music is dedicated to all those who have encouraged me to strive for excellence and even to those who may have doubted me along the way.”
‘Alligator Bites Never Heal’: A Bold Step Forward
With the release of “Alligator Bites Never Heal,” Doechii has delivered a body of work that not only showcases her growth as an artist but also highlights her unique voice in the Hip Hop genre. The mixtape’s combination of raw lyricism, bold themes, and genre-defying production demonstrates why Top Dawg and her TDE peers have such high hopes for her future.
As comparisons to Kendrick Lamar continue to grow, Doechii stands poised to carve out her own legacy in the music world. Whether through her music, advocacy, or dedication to her community, she is proving to be a force to be reckoned with, setting the stage for what could be a career as impactful as Kendrick’s.
