This article breaks down the intricate symbolism and hidden meanings within Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show performance, exploring references to Uncle Sam, American culture, social commentary, and music history.
As to be expected from the Pulitzer winner, there were a ton of hidden meanings within his performance. So, here's what you might have missed:The first shot of the performance is a number of symbols being lit up. It's the square, triangle, cross, and circle found on aWe then see Samuel L. Jackson dressed as Uncle Sam. Now, Uncle Sam is a character who Kendrick has rapped about before.
In case the theme of what constitutes America wasn't clear enough, there's then Kendrick rapping in the middle of an American flag split in half:Uncle Sam then interrupts to say of the game,"Oh, you brought your homeboys with you, the old culture cheat code. Scorekeeper, deduct one life." The following song,"Peekaboo," is then played within the red cross button.
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