Couple Lists Nike Sneakers for Sale on eBay

Kendrick Lamar's latest single, unofficially titled 'Watch The Party Die,' has not only sparked significant discussion in the hip-hop community but also transformed a pair of black Nike Air Force 1s into a cultural phenomenon. The shoes, which feature prominently as the cover art for the song, were originally listed for $70 by Arkansas couple Billy Lingo and Darla Wilson, who own the eBay account 'Good2BYou.' Following the song's release during the MTV VMAs, they canceled the initial sale and relisted the sneakers with a starting bid of $5,000 and a 'Buy It Now' price of $75,000, hoping to capitalize on their newfound fame. Lingo described the shoes as a documented piece of hip-hop history, adding that they plan to sell merchandise featuring the cover art. The song critiques the current landscape of hip-hop, addressing issues such as fake influencers and cultural degradation. This unexpected connection between Lamar's work and the couple's eBay listing exemplifies the significant cultural impact of hip-hop.