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EPISODE · Feb 28, 2025 · 20 MIN

#186 - Kendrick's Superbowl Performance: "A" Minor Moment or a Major Blow?

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Is the hip-hop power balance shifting for good? This week on WorkTape, we break down Kendrick Lamar’s explosive Super Bowl halftime performance. We explore fan backlash, middle America’s response, and why his setlist sparked debate even among die-hard fans. We also touch on the fallout from Drake’s slow fade, Kanye’s chaotic moves, and the quiet release of Drake’s new collab album. Tune in as we sort spectacle from substance in music’s most public arena.🎧 Episode Highlights:Was Kendrick’s censorship of the PDF line a legal move or a soft play?Did Kendrick lean too hard on GNX for his setlist?Is the backlash against Kendrick fueled by age, “race”, something else, or a mix of different things?Would a Tyler, the Creator cameo have pushed the performance over the edge?Is the culmination of Kendrick’s jabs the end of Drake’s career?Is Kanye’s AI-fueled crash out damaging his legacy beyond repair?Is it too late for Drake to ever reclaim his spot as one of the world’s top artists?

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