At the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, the stage is prepared for Super Bowl LIX. Although fans are anticipating the matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs, the halftime performance is taking center stage.
Kendrick Lamar, who is considered by many to be one of the best rappers of all time, is the main attraction this year.
Having previously made an appearance as a guest during the legendary 2022 halftime show with Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre, Lamar, who is well-known for his technical mastery and thought-provoking lyrics, is no stranger to the Super Bowl stage.
Fans are giddy with anticipation as Lamar takes center stage this time. The official halftime show sponsor, Apple Music, released a teaser trailer for the announcement in September 2024.
Lamar is shown walking a huge football field in the black-and-white video, joking, “This field a lot bigger than what it looks.” A surprise was also hinted at in the teaser: Grammy-winning performer SZA will accompany Lamar for what is sure to be an incredible spectacle.
Fans’ reactions were mixed.
Online responses have been conflicting, despite the fact that many people are excited about Lamar taking center stage.
One admirer said, “Kendrick deserves it,” while another remarked, “I’m glad he has proven me right every step of the way. Back in like 2016, I said Kendrick is the GOAT.”
But some weren’t quite that excited.
I guess it’s okay, but I probably have no stake because I don’t watch football. One person commented, “He’s not a scandal, generally well-liked, better than TS, or something like that, lol.”

His live performances are also not to everyone’s taste. Even while I adore Kendrick, I’ve never thought his live performances were the most entertaining. Another person said, “Looks like he can’t rap all his verses with that same passion live.”
Lamar’s appearance on the halftime stage is disappointing to some.
“What gives him the opportunity to be there twice? “I don’t listen to that type of music,” one reviewer said. “I’m tired of rap at the Super Bowl,” said another. In my opinion, it is the lowest denominator of music.
“Huge disappointment” is one particularly scathing interpretation. This will be the first halftime show that I don’t mind missing because I’m not a huge fan of Kendrick Lamar.
Louisiana’s musical heritage is evident.
To celebrate the rich musical legacy of the Super Bowl host state, the NFL has added a lineup of Louisiana-born singers for individuals who might not be fans of Kendrick Lamar.
The national anthem will be played by multi-instrumentalist and jazz musician Jon Batiste. “I’m eager to come up with a long-lasting arrangement and I’m looking forward to sharing it,” Batiste stated.
R&B icon Ledisi will perform a stirring version of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” while Christian singer Lauren Daigle will join jazz artist Trombone Shorty on “America the Beautiful.”
Lil Wayne makes a statement
The choice of Lamar as the halftime main act did not sit well with Lil Wayne, the rap legend from Louisiana. The rapper himself apparently believed that Wayne would win the coveted seat in his native state, as many fans had anticipated.
Wayne expressed his disappointment in a heartfelt Instagram video.

He remarked, “I blame myself for not being mentally prepared for a letdown and for involuntarily placing myself in that position as if someone had told me that was my position.”
“But I thought there was nothing better than that spot and that stage and that platform in my city, so it hurt,” Wayne continued, acknowledging the gravity of the situation.
Kendrick’s reaction
Although Lamar, who is renowned for maintaining a low profile, chose not to directly respond to Wayne’s remarks, his new album might have done the talking for him. “Wacced Out Murals” is the first song from Lamar’s sixth album, GNX, which was unexpectedly released on November 22.
“Used to bump Tha Carter III, I held my Rollie chain proud / Irony, I think my hard work let Lil Wayne down / Whatever though, call me crazy, everybody questionable,” is a line in the song that seems to address Wayne’s unhappiness.
Will Kendrick Lamar make fun of Drake at the halftime show at the Super Bowl?
According to sources, Kendrick Lamar intends to perform the contentious song “Not Like Us” during the Super Bowl halftime show, further intensifying the friction between him and Drake. The U.S. Sun claims that the song’s lyrics appear to criticize Drake and possibly suggest improper conduct.
It seems that Drake is powerless to stop Kendrick from performing the song legally.
The two rap heavyweights have been engaged in a long-running dispute that is based on subtle barbs and competitive one-upmanship. It all began with Kendrick’s fiery verse on Big Sean’s Control in 2013, in which he criticized Drake and other rappers, urging them to improve. Drake later implied in interviews that he felt degraded, despite the fact that many perceived it as competitive.
The date is set for February 9, 2025.
The excitement surrounding Super Bowl LIX is increasing as the big day draws near. One thing is certain—this year’s event is sure to be remarkable, regardless of whether you’re watching the game, the halftime show, or both.
Super Bowl LIX will be streamed on multiple platforms on February 9 if you’re prepared to watch all the action. You may watch via the NFL+, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV, Sling TV, Tubi, FoxSports.com, or the Fox Sports app on iOS or Android.
Do you believe Kendrick Lamar should be the main act at the halftime show?
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