Kendrick Lamar delivers a powerful statement with Super Bowl Halftime show!

Kendrick Lamar made history as the first solo rap artist to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show, delivering a performance that was both musically flawless and deeply symbolic. While the setlist leaned heavily on his latest album 'GNX', he also wove in fan-favourite classics and, unsurprisingly, performed 'Not Like Us'—the viral Drake diss track that has sent shockwaves through the rap world. With legal disputes surrounding the track only fuelling the moment, Kendrick seized the global stage to make a statement that extended far beyond music.

Every detail of the performance carried layered symbolism. Samuel L. Jackson took on the role of Uncle Sam, echoing his character from Django Unchained, warning Kendrick to conform to white America’s expectations. The Squid Game-inspired stage represented the harsh reality of economic inequality, while dancers dressed in red, white, and blue mirrored the American flag, a nod to the complex relationship between Black artists and mainstream America. The stage later transformed into a prison yard, where Kendrick stood at the center as his Black performers harmonised—a striking critique of systemic oppression.

Kendrick also made a clear stand on protecting Black women, with Serena Williams playing a prominent role in the performance. The moment resonated deeply, considering Drake’s past relationship with Serena and the disrespect referenced in 'Not Like Us'.

As the show reached its climax, 'Game Over' flashed across the stadium while Kendrick closed with 'TV Off', leaving the strongest message of all—the revolution will be televised.