After performing a Fernando Valenzuela tribute at the Dodgers World Series Game 1, Mariachi singer Deyra Barrera caught the eye of Kendrick Lamar who happened to be in the stands as a spectator. Next thing you know, she’s featured on his latest album which has just dropped. No mariachi rap. Just Deyra’s exquisite voice was what Lamar wanted, and he got it plenty.
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