Super Bowl 2025 Halftime Show
Beyond the clash of the National and American Conference champions, Super Bowl LIX is one of the most anticipated events of the year, and one of the most attention-grabbing moments is the Halftime Show.
For this occasion, Kendrick Lamar will be the headline act for the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, which will take place on February 9, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans
This will be his second Super Bowl halftime show, after his participation in Super Bowl LVI alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige and Eminem in 2022.
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Beyond the clash of the National and American Conference champions, Super Bowl LIX is one of the most anticipated events of the year, and one of the most attention-grabbing moments is the Halftime Show.
For this occasion, Kendrick Lamar will be the headline act for the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, which will take place on February 9, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans
This will be his second Super Bowl halftime show, after his participation in Super Bowl LVI alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige and Eminem in 2022.
Who is going to be in the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2025: Who is Kendrick Lamar?
Kendrick Lamar is an American rapper, songwriter and producer, considered one of the most influential artists of his generation.
Born in Compton, California, the birthplace of many great artists of the hip hop movement, he has won 17 Grammy Awards. Lamar entered the history books of music and journalism when in 2018 he became the first non-classical or jazz musician to receive the Pulitzer Prize for Music for his album DAMN.
His discography includes acclaimed albums such as good kid, m.A.A.d city, To Pimp a Butterfly, and Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers.
Lamar has managed to bring in his lyrics personal narratives with social and political themes, constantly redefining the hip-hop genre.
Who is Whitney Alford?
Despite the fact that Kendrick Lamar has been known to keep his private life under wraps, his relationship with Whitney Alford, whom he has known since adolescence, has not gone unnoticed. The couple, who have been together for more than two decades, began their relationship in high school in Compton, California.
How many children does Kendrick Lamar have?
The 37-year-old artist has been engaged to Whitney Alford since 2015, although they have known each other since they were teenagers. The couple keeps a low profile about their personal life.
But that doesn’t stop them from expressing their happiness at having two children, a girl and a boy, who make up their family.
Uzi, a five-year-old girl, was born in July 2019. Her birth was revealed by the media, as the “Not Like Us” singer kept the information private. However, it was through the song “Mr. Morale” in 2022 that the star mentions his firstborn.
The same thing happened with the birth of their second child, whom they named Enoch, whose existence was also revealed through the song and the cover of their album “Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers”, where he showed a family photo in which the couple is seen with their two children.
What songs is Kendrick Lamar including?
According to information from Setlist.FM
“HUMBLE.” – One of his biggest hits, it always fires up the crowd with its energy.
“Alright” – Considered an anthem of resistance, it is eagerly awaited by fans.
“DNA.” – This track showcases his versatility and lyrical prowess.
“m.A.A.d city” – A classic from the album good kid, m.A.A.d city that always drives the audience crazy.
“Swimming Pools (Drank)” – Popular for its production and introspective message.
“King Kunta” – A catchy track that showcases his unique style.
“LOYALTY.” (with Rihanna) – Another favourite from his album DAMN.
“N95” – Part of his latest album, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, it has become a staple of his recent tours.
“Money Trees” – This classic maintains a nostalgic connection with fans.
“Backseat Freestyle” – An energetic track that never goes unnoticed live.
Will Kendrick Lamar have guests?
While Lamar has yet to announce any special collaborators for the halftime show, it is expected that the artist will invite other colleagues to share the stage
Possible names include SZA (for their work together on All the Stars), Baby Keem (his cousin and frequent collaborator), and Dr. Dre or Snoop Dogg, with whom he shared the stage at Super Bowl LVI.
Recent artists from the hip-hop scene, such as Tyler, the Creator or Roddy Ricch, who have worked with him at other recent events, could also appear.
How long is the Super Bowl halftime show?
Normally, halftime of an NFL game lasts between 12 and 15 minutes. However, the halftime period in the Super Bowl is much longer, to allow for a show (in this case a mini concert), which takes 20 to 30 minutes.
Although the shows do not last more than 15 minutes, the rest of the time is spent setting up and taking down the stages.
The show cannot take longer, as the players begin to cool down their bodies and, in addition to losing their rhythm of play, they would increase the propensity to suffer an injury in the most important match of the season.
How much was Kendrick Lamar got paid?
According to information from CBS News, the singers have a union contract under which they have a guaranteed minimum salary for their performance at the Super Bowl. For example, in early 2024 it was revealed that Usher received around $1,000 per day for his performance at Super Bowl LVIII.
Kendrick Lamar Net Worth
His net worth is estimated to be around $140 million.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef
In one of the biggest arguments in recent hip-hop history, Drake and Kendrick Lamar continue their war of words to the point where even the police were questioned about the implications of their feud, after a security guard was shot outside Drake’s Toronto mansion in May.
Which artists have been in more than one halftime show?
Notable artists who have performed multiple times include Gloria Estefan., Justin Timberlake, Nelly, and Bruno Mars, and Usher.
This will be the first time in his life that Kendrick Lamar has ever performed at the show as the headline act, after his participation in Super Bowl LVI alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige and Eminem in 2022.
Which artists have refused to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show?
The Super Bowl has a rich history of featuring top-tier talent during its halftime shows, however there are some performers who have declined the invitation.
Taylor Swift has reportedly declined the opportunity to perform at the Super Bowl halftime show multiple times, most recently citing her focus on re-recording her old albums and her busy touring schedule as reasons for turning down the offer
Jay-Z turned down the opportunity to headline the 2020 edition after the NFL allegedly informed him that they wanted control over who he could bring out for the performance.
Pink and Cardi B also rejected the NFL’s offer to perform in 2019 for similar reasons.
Adele stated in 2016 that she would not perform at the Super Bowl because “that show is not about music.”
Outkast declined the opportunity to perform at the 2004 Super Bowl because Andre 3000 “didn’t want to cut the songs” for time purposes.
