Discover the story of the song > How Much A Dollar Cost – Kendrick Lamar

The song is about the protagonist's encounter with a homeless man who asks him for money. At first, the protagonist is skeptical and thinks the man is just going to use the money for drugs. He eventually gets angry and tries to leave, but something tells him to stay. The homeless man then reveals that he is the Messiah and challenges the protagonist to see the true value of a dollar, which is not just a physical cost but a spiritual one as well. The song ends with the protagonist feeling guilty for his initial reaction and wanting to change his ways.