In a surprising turn of events, a pair of ordinary Nike Air Force 1s have become a hot commodity after being featured as Kendrick Lamar cover art. The shoes, once listed for a modest $70 on eBay, have gained immense value after being featured as cover art for Kendrick Lamar’s latest single ‘Watch The Party Die’.
The story begins with Billy Lingo and Darla Wilson, an Arkansas couple who have been selling items online for several years. Little did they know that their humble pair of sneakers would soon be associated with one of the biggest names in music when Lamar used the shoes as the cover art for his new track, the internet went wild.
The couple quickly realized the significance of their circumstance. The shoes, which they had purchased at a thrift store or yard sale, were now a piece of hip-hop history.
Wilson says that the shoes had sold and she had them boxed and a label printed. That’s when her “phone started blowing up”. As the demand for the sneakers soared, Lingo and Wilson decided to cancel the original sale and put the shoes up for auction.
With a starting bid of $5,000 and a buy-it-now price of $75,000, the Kendrick Lamar shoes are expected to fetch a significant sum. While the couple admits they are unsure of how much the shoes are truly worth, they are hopeful that they will find a buyer who appreciates their unique story.
Beyond the financial aspect, Lingo and Wilson are also excited about the opportunity to share their experience with the world. They have plans to sell merchandise featuring the iconic shoes and are already enjoying the attention they have received.
If you’re interested, here is a link to the listing. Happy bidding!