In 2022, Lamar was a supporting performer during the Super Bowl 56 halftime show. The “legends of hip hop” lineup also featured Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, 50 Cent and Anderson .Paak. However, three years later, Lamar will headline the show with SZA.

Kendrick Lamar aims to infuse his Los Angeles hip-hop flavor into New Orleans while staying true to his storytelling roots during Sunday’s Super Bowl halftime performance.

Kendrick Lamar will headline the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show presented by Apple Music on Sunday, Feb. 9. The performance comes just a week after the rapper won Song of the Year and Record of the Year at the Grammys. Here’s everything you need to know about Lamar and what songs to expect in his setlist. Who is Kendrick Lamar?