[Photo: Arturo Holmes; Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images] The Super Bowl LIX halftime show will be headlined by Kendrick Lamar, making it his second appearance at the event. The performance is set for February 9, 2025, at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, where the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles will face off for the championship. Joining Lamar on stage as a special guest will be SZA, adding an exciting R&B element to what promises to be a spectacular show. Kendrick Lamar’s Return to the Super Bowl Lamar first performed at the Super Bowl LVI halftime show in 2022, alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and 50 Cent. That performance celebrated hip-hop’s influence and was widely praised. Now, in 2025, he returns as the headliner, marking another major milestone in his career. Over the years, Lamar has solidified himself as one of the most impactful artists in music. With multiple Grammy Awards, a Pulitzer Prize, and an extensive discography featuring critically acclaimed albums like To Pimp a Butterfly, DAMN., and Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, he remains one of the most respected figures in hip-hop. His 2024 single 'Not Like Us' became one of the biggest rap songs of the year and helped him secure multiple awards at the 67th Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year. The track’s cultural impact and viral success further solidified Lamar’s influence, making him a natural choice to lead the biggest musical event of the year. SZA Joins as a Special Guest R&B star SZA will join Lamar during the halftime show, bringing her signature blend of soulful vocals and emotionally resonant music to the performance. SZA has had an impressive run in recent years, with her album SOS earning multiple awards and critical acclaim. She has established herself as one of the biggest female artists in music, making her collaboration with Lamar an exciting addition to the show. What to Expect from the Performance With Lamar’s high-energy stage presence and SZA’s smooth vocals, the Super Bowl LIX halftime show is expected to be […]

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