Kendrick Lamar has given the world two classic albums over the last few years and is being recognized in a very big way. California, Kendrick Lamar’s home state, is recognizing his achievements by making him the 35th person in California’s history to get the state’s “generational icon” award. Kendrick gave a speech at the event saying “Being from the city of Compton and knowing the parks that I played at and neighborhoods, I always thought how great the opportunity would be to give back to my community off what I do and music. To do that from the city all the way to a state standpoint, and have these young kids look at me as some type of inspiration is really an honor and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for honoring me today.” Check out the video down below.