Kendrick Lamar was announced as the headliner for the 2025 Super Bowl, signifying yet another year in which Roc Nation, Apple Music and the NFL have missed the mark in deciding who deserves the spotlight at one of the biggest televised events of the year.

Jay-Z has since faced backlash from fellow rappers Nicki Minaj and Cam’ron, who have perceived his choice as a snub to New Orleans rapper Lil Wayne, who said in a previous interview that he was expecting a call from the NFL.

“Kendrick Lamar is truly a once-in-a-generation artist and performer," Jay-Z said in a statement, according to Rolling Stone. "His deep love for hip-hop and culture informs his artistic vision. He has an unparalleled ability to define and influence culture globally. Kendrick’s work transcends music, and his impact will be felt for years to come.”

Weeks ago, it was confirmed that Kendrick Lamar would headline the Super Bowl LIX halftime show. Since Lamar announced his performance, fans have been buzzing about what the rapper has in store for his set.

Drake seemingly reacted to news that Kendrick Lamar will be headlining the Super Bowl LIX halftime show in 2025

The Big Game, a.k.a. The Super Bowl, the sporting event in which childhood dreams become realities, will play host to the star quarterback of childhood nightmares. Per Variety, Kendrick Lamar, the rapper who came out recently as a “certified bogeyman” on his hit song “Not Like Us,

Kendrick Lamar apparently isn't done dissing Drake. On Wednesday, Lamar released an untitled diss track directed toward his fellow rapper and continued

Snoop Dogg has shared his thoughts on the recent debates sparked by Kendrick Lamar being selected as the headlining act for the Super Bowl LIX halftime show. Speaking with Shannon Sharpe and Chad Ochocinco on their Nightcap podcast,

Cent has stated that Kendrick Lamar “deserves” to headline the 2025 Super Bowl. During a recent episode of CBS talk show “The Talk,” 50 Cent said, “I mean, it was a choice. I think Kendrick deserves [it].