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In 2022, Kendrick Lamar made a remarkable appearance at the Super Bowl as part of Dr. Dre’s Halftime Show, joining an impressive lineup that included Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and Snoop Dogg. He would soon return to the Super Bowl stage for another memorable performance.
Lamar was officially announced as the headliner for the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show in September, marking one of the few instances in which an artist has performed at multiple Halftime Shows, a group that also includes icons like Beyoncé and Bruno Mars. His return came during a prolific year that featured the release of his hit album GNX, along with several acclaimed singles stemming from his ongoing rivalry with Drake. Just prior to the Halftime Show, Lamar celebrated winning two major awards at the 2025 Grammys for Record of the Year and Song of the Year, both awarded for his track “Not Like Us,” which directly addresses his feud with Drake.
Ahead of the event, Lamar revealed that his regular collaborator SZA would join him onstage, adding excitement for their upcoming Grand National Tour scheduled for April.
Here’s a breakdown of the songs that Lamar and SZA featured during the Halftime Show.
1. “Squabble Up”
The Halftime Show kicked off with a surprise introduction by Samuel L. Jackson, who was dressed in a vibrant outfit inspired by the American flag. Lamar opened the performance with “Squabble Up,” a track from his album GNX.
2. “HUMBLE.”
Following that, he delivered a nostalgic performance of his Grammy-nominated single “HUMBLE.,” which resonated with the audience.
3. “DNA.”
Lamar kept the energy high by transitioning into his impactful 2017 track “DNA.”
4. “Euphoria”
5. “Man At The Garden”
Lamar then opted for a more subdued moment, performing “Man at the Garden” from GNX, a song he delivered live for the first time during this event.
6. “Peekaboo”
Continuing the showcase of his new material, Lamar gave the live debut of “Peekaboo,” another track from GNX.
7. “Luther”
Bringing SZA on stage, Lamar slowed the tempo down with their smooth collaboration “Luther,” which showcased the duo’s chemistry.
8. “All The Stars”
As anticipated by many fans, they performed their Oscar-nominated hit “All The Stars,” a standout track from the original Black Panther soundtrack.
9. “Not Like Us”
Lamar heightened the stakes with the much-anticipated performance of “Not Like Us,” featuring tennis legend Serena Williams among the dancers, reinforcing his direct competition with Drake.
10. “TV Off”
He concluded the show with a powerful statement, transitioning to “TV Off,” which was complemented by an appearance from producer Mustard. As he exited the stage, the message “Game Over” illuminated the stands, encapsulating the impactful essence of his performance.
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