GNX is Kendrick Lamar's first album following his departure from longtime labels Top Dawg Entertainment and Aftermath Entertainment. Named after the Buick Regal GNX model, the album serves as a follow-up to Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers (2022).
Executive produced by Lamar and Dave Free, the album includes guest appearances by AzChike, Dody6, Hitta J3, Peysoh, Roddy Ricch, Siete7x, SZA, Wallie the Sensei, and YoungThreat. Additional vocal contributions come from Deyra Barrera, Sam Dew, and Ink.
 
The production is led by Sounwave, with contributions from Jack Antonoff, Mustard, Sean Momberger, Kamasi Washington, and others.