Kendrick Lamar made history on Sunday (February 9) as the first solo rap act to headline the Super Bowl. As the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs kept fans on edge with a 17-0 halftime score, all eyes turned to K. Dot. Dressed in a dazzling diamond-encrusted lower case “a” chain, an apparent homage to his infamous Drake diss track, and a pgLang jacket, Kendrick was introduced by none other than Samuel L. Jackson as Uncle Sam.

Starting his set atop a GNX, Kendrick was soon joined by a troupe of dancers in patriotic red, white, and blue. The crowd went wild as he delved into his hits, including “squabble up,” “LOYALTY,” and “peekaboo,” before bringing out SZA for a mesmerizing performance of “Luther” and “All the Stars.”

Fans held their breath, wondering if Kendrick would deliver the anticipated “Not Like Us.” With a playful nod to Drake, Kendrick teased the beat, hinting at legal troubles before launching into the track. As the cameras zoomed in, he paused at the line “Hey Drake, I hear you like ’em young,” sending shockwaves through the audience. Mustard and Serena Williams made surprise appearances, adding to the electrifying finale.

“Not Like Us” dominated headlines in May 2024 during Kendrick Lamar's heated beef with Drake. His album, GNX, soared to the top of the charts, selling over 319,000 copies in its debut week. At the 67th Grammy Awards on February 2, “Not Like Us” claimed victory in categories like Best Rap Song and Record of the Year, securing five Grammys for Lamar. From his Grammy triumph to his Super Bowl spectacle, Kendrick Lamar continues to defy expectations, leaving fans excited for what's next. #KendrickLamar #SuperBowlHalftimeShow