Off The Record
Here’s Why Some Fans Will Not Watch The 2025 Super Bowl
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.
Renowned for his technical proficiency and thought-provoking lyrics, Lamar has extensive experience performing on the Super Bowl stage. He previously appeared as a guest at the legendary 2022 halftime show, which included Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre.
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.
The black-and-white clip shows Lamar pacing a massive football field, casually remarking, “This field a lot bigger than what it looks.” The teaser also revealed a surprise: Grammy-winning artist SZA will join Lamar for what promises to be a show-stopping performance.
Mixed reactions from fans
Online responses have been conflicting, despite the fact that many people are excited about Lamar taking center stage.
“Kendrick deserves it,” one fan wrote, while another added, “Back in like 2016 I said Kendrick is the GOAT, I’m happy he has proven me right every step of the way.”
But some weren’t quite that excited.
“It’s fine, I suppose, but I don’t watch football, so I probably have no stake. He’s no scandal, generally well-liked, better than TS or something like that lol,” one person shared.
Not everyone is a fan of his live performances either. “I love Kendrick but never found him to be the most fun live performer. Seems like he can’t rap all his verses with that same passion live,” another commented.
Lamar’s appearance on the halftime stage is disappointing to some.
“Why does he get to be there twice? I pay no attention to that kind of music,” one critic shared. Another declared, “Sick of rap at the Super Bowl. It is the lowest denominator of music, IMHO.”
One particularly harsh take read, “Huge disappointment. Not a fan of Kendrick Lamar at all and this will be the first halftime show I won’t care if I miss.”
Louisiana’s musical roots shine
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.
Jon Batiste, a jazz musician and multi-instrumentalist, will perform the national anthem. “I’m excited to figure out an arrangement that lasts the test of time, and I look forward to sharing it,” Batiste said.
Christian singer Lauren Daigle and jazz musician Trombone Shorty will collaborate on “America the Beautiful,” while R&B legend Ledisi will deliver a powerful rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
Lil Wayne speaks out
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.
“I blame myself for not being mentally prepared for a letdown and for automatically mentally putting myself in that position like somebody told me that was my position,” he said.
Reflecting on the magnitude of the moment, Wayne added, “But I thought there was nothing better than that spot and that stage and that platform in my city, so it hurt.”
Kendrick’s response
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.
In the song, Lamar seemingly acknowledges Wayne’s disappointment:
“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’s questionable.”
Will Kendrick Lamar diss drake during the Super Bowl halftime show?
According to sources, Kendrick Lamar intends to perform the contentious song “Not Like Us” at 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 in 2013 with Kendrick’s fiery verse on Big Sean’s Control, 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.
All eyes on February 9, 2025
The excitement surrounding Super Bowl LIX is increasing as the big day draws near. Whether you’re watching the game, the halftime show, or both, this year’s event is certain to be remarkable.
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.
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