Kendrick Lamar made history as the first solo hip-hop artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show, delivering a powerful and commanding performance at New Orleans' Caesars Superdome. Joined by dancers and a surprise appearance by Samuel L. Jackson as Uncle Sam, Lamar showcased hits like 'GNX,' 'Humble.,' 'DNA.,' and 'Not Like Us,' while engaging with the audience and addressing themes of societal expectations and musical impact.
Monday, February 10, 2025 2:27AM"Salutations!," the actor Samuel L. Jackson, dressed as Uncle Sam introduced Kendrick Lamar at New Orleans' Caesars Superdome for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show - a powerful, commanding creative choice by the first solo hip-hop artist to ever headline the coveted slot.He started with "GNX" moving into "Squabble Up.
"I wanna play their favorite song but you know they love to sue," Lamar told the women dancers behind him, referencing Drake. Little was known about Lamar's halftime performance ahead of time. Lamar promised to keep his passion for storytelling at the forefront of his plans, and SZA was a previously announced guest performer. They are frequent collaborators; she most recently appeared his recent album "GNX" and was featured on a couple songs including "Gloria" and "Luther," which also features sampled vocals from Luther Vandross and Cheryl Lynn through "If This World Were Mine.
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