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EPISODE · Feb 11, 2025 · 10 MIN

The Internet Reacts To Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

from In The Groove · host Marcus Mwangi

Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show wasn’t just a performance—it was a cultural moment. From Samuel L. Jackson’s bold introduction to the unexpected live debut of “Not Like Us,” every second had the internet in a frenzy. The choreography, the staging, and the unspoken tension around the Drake feud turned an already historic headlining spot into something bigger. “Humble,” “DNA,” and “Euphoria” kept the energy electric, while subtle political statements and layered storytelling added depth beyond the spectacle. Serena Williams crip walking, Mustard joining the stage, and the sheer volume of reaction tweets proved that this wasn’t just another halftime show—it was Kendrick making a statement on the biggest stage possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show wasn’t just a performance—it was a cultural moment. From Samuel L. Jackson’s bold introduction to the unexpected live debut of “Not Like Us,” every second had the internet in a frenzy. The choreography, the staging, and the unspoken tension around the Drake feud turned an already historic headlining spot into something bigger. “Humble,” “DNA,” and “Euphoria” kept the energy electric, while subtle political statements and layered storytelling added depth beyond the spectacle. Serena Williams crip walking, Mustard joining the stage, and the sheer volume of reaction tweets proved that this wasn’t just another halftime show—it was Kendrick making a statement on the biggest stage possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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