Kendrick Lamar fans noticed something unusual on YouTube after the official music videos for “Not Like Us” and “luther” appeared to briefly disappear before showing back up on the platform.
The moment quickly sparked conversation online because the timing lined up with the one-year mark of Kendrick’s GNX era rollout, adding fuel to fan theories and speculation across social media.
According to screenshots circulating online, “Not Like Us” appeared to show only about 4,900 views roughly one hour after the video came back online.
That number immediately caught fans off guard, especially considering the massive cultural impact of the record and the millions of views the video previously had before the apparent re-upload situation.
Shortly after, the original upload date and previous view count appeared to be restored, leading many fans to believe the situation may have been a temporary YouTube glitch or backend update.
Fans also pointed out that the “luther” music video, Kendrick’s collaboration with SZA, was part of the online conversation after viewers noticed changes around the upload.
The “luther” video is one of the standout visuals connected to Kendrick Lamar’s recent run and continues to draw attention from fans following the GNX album cycle.
As the screenshots spread, fans started debating what may have happened. Some believe YouTube temporarily reset the videos during an update or system adjustment, while others wondered if something behind the scenes caused the videos to disappear and return.
At this time, there has been no widely confirmed explanation from YouTube regarding the temporary change.
The situation gained extra attention because it happened around the anniversary of the GNX album era and the continued conversation around Kendrick Lamar’s historic run with “Not Like Us.”
Since its release, “Not Like Us” has remained one of the most talked-about records in hip-hop, fueling debates, reactions, and major cultural moments tied to Kendrick Lamar’s dominance over the past year.
Whether it was a simple YouTube glitch or something more technical behind the scenes, the reaction proves one thing: Kendrick Lamar fans are paying close attention.
From “Not Like Us” to “luther”, Kendrick’s music videos continue to generate conversation, even when the story is about upload dates, view counts, and platform changes.
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