Black Panther
made history when it became the first superhero movie ever to be nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars. But that was not the only remarkable thing about the project. The film earned a total of seven nominations by the Academy, and one of those was for its original song, by none other than Kendrick Lamar and SZA. Seven years ago, just a few days into 2018, Lamar and SZA dropped a new song that served as the lead single for the Black Panther
soundtrack.
The song, ‘All the Stars,’ could not have been more perfect for the MCU movie. The moment it played, fans in the theaters got goosebumps—and for good reason. From the opening refrain to the last powerful chorus, ‘All the Stars’ gave an insight into the minds of the Black Panther
characters, giving a poetic voice to the struggles driving the film. “I’ve been a massive Kendrick fan ever since I first heard him
,” Black Panther
director Ryan Coogler once told NPR’s David Greene.
hearing all the stars while the black panther credits were rolling for the first time was a top 5 theater experience https://t.co/7xcd8yGFfo
— chu (@THEHORRORGOTH) January 3, 2025
Lamar’s ‘All the Stars’ was the first time MCU brought in an outside artist to create original music for one of their movies. And it was also the first time Lamar worked so closely on a movie project. The result was a track that carried the rapper’s signature grit, mixed with SZA’s pop-infused chorus. Now, seven years later, fans are looking back at this iconic collaboration with fresh eyes and a lot of love.
Fans have taken to X to share their memories of the first time they heard ‘All the Stars’ during the Black Panther
end credits.
Fans celebrate Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s Black Panther moment
Kendrick Lamar first hinted at his involvement with Black Panther
in 2017. In the music video for his song ‘LOVE.,’ he was seen sitting in a chair while a clapperboard in the foreground teased the Black Panther
connection. It was a subtle nod that fans picked up on later. When the movie finally came out, ‘All the Stars’ did not just serve as background music—it also amplified the cultural significance of the movie. Even now, seven years later, fans are still captivated by how perfectly the song was woven into the film’s narrative.
A visual and cultural triumph, with an ending that leaves a lasting impression.
— Thee Krishna (@thee8252) January 4, 2025
That song paired with the visuals created such an emotional atmosphere I felt every beat Nothing beats that feeling of leaving the theater with that song echoing in your mind it was a beautiful tribute Listening to ‘All the Stars’ again reminds me of how impactful Black Panther…
— Satendra Yadav (@satendra__yadav) January 4, 2025
You truly had to be there to understand how special the Black Panther era was pic.twitter.com/R9FMIUy0YD
— ☆ (@realonx1) January 4, 2025
Fans have been revisiting the song to relive that iconic moment in the movie—calling it the most unforgettable cinematic experiences ever.
Facts, everyone in that theater felt like they had vibranium in their veins for 3 minutes straight.
— Dr. Anu Priya (@imanu_priya) January 4, 2025
A cinematic and cultural masterpiece, unforgettable closing vibes.
— Togaram dabri (@dabri_togaram) January 4, 2025
Still hits to this day. Just the way the movie ends, the way the song starts and the visuals on the screen. A great moment for sure!
— Darian 🐦⬛ (@truzzbuzz) January 4, 2025
Kendrick Lamar’s music has always been about more than just entertainment. It is about art, culture, and social commentary—ideas that aligned perfectly with the themes of Black Panther
. With Lamar’s growing influence in music —especially after his beef victory
—fans are wondering what other cinematic moments he might create in the future. And if ‘All the Stars’ is any indication, the possibilities are endless.
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track? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!