Kendrick Lamar Takes Shots at Drake in Historic Super Bowl Halftime Performance

February 10, 2025 15 5

Kendrick Lamar made history as the first solo rapper to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. Performing at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on February 9, he delivered an electrifying 15-minute set. However, it wasn’t just his music that had people talking—he also took several jabs at his longtime rival, Drake.

Kendrick Calls Out Drake in Performance

During the show, Kendrick hinted at his feud with Drake multiple times. At one point, he teased the audience by saying, “I want to perform their favorite song… but you know they love to sue.” This was a clear reference to Drake’s lawsuit against Universal Music Group over Kendrick’s diss track, Not Like Us.

When it came time to perform Not Like Us, Kendrick modified the lyrics slightly but made sure his message was loud and clear. He self-censored the line about Drake but looked directly into the camera and smirked. The crowd joined in enthusiastically, making the moment even more powerful.

Serena Williams Joins the Stage

One of the biggest surprises of the night was the appearance of tennis legend Serena Williams. As a Compton native and former girlfriend of Drake, her presence was seen as another subtle dig. She even Crip Walked on an elevated stage as Kendrick transitioned into his closing track, TV Off.

Along with Williams, SZA also joined Kendrick for performances of All the Stars and Luther. Hollywood icon Samuel L. Jackson added to the spectacle, narrating the performance while dressed as Uncle Sam. DJ Mustard also made a guest appearance during the final moments of the show.

A Hidden Message?

At the end of the performance, the stadium crowd lit up with the words “Game Over.” Many believe this was Kendrick’s final statement in his battle against Drake, continuing the video game theme of the night. Fans also speculated about his chain, which featured a lowercase “a” pendant. Some thought it referenced the “A minor” line from Not Like Us, while others believe it symbolized his creative company, pgLang.

Super Bowl Audience Reacts

With over 120 million viewers tuning in, the halftime show became one of the most talked-about moments of the night. While the Kansas City Chiefs suffered a shocking 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Kendrick’s performance stole the spotlight.

As for Drake, he is currently on tour in Australia and has yet to respond to Kendrick’s performance. Given their history, fans are eagerly waiting to see if he will fire back.

This Super Bowl halftime show will be remembered not just for its high-energy performance, but for the ongoing rap battle that played out on one of the biggest stages in the world.

Written by: Power Radio

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