Lil Wayne on Kendrick Lamar: “You better kill it.”
After the controversy surrounding the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show, it seems that there’s still tension between Lil Wayne and Kendrick Lamar.
Wayne’s Emotional Reaction to Not Performing at Super Bowl LIX
Lil Wayne, whose real name is Dwayne Carter, publicly expressed his disappointment after not being chosen to perform at Super Bowl LIX, an event taking place in his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana. In an Instagram live video, Wayne revealed that the decision had caused him significant emotional pain.
Wayne and Lamar’s Interaction on “The Skip Bayless Show”
“I think there’s nothing more incredible than that place, that stage, that platform, in my city. So, it hurts, it hurts a lot,” Wayne shared in his emotional Instagram video.
However, in a recent appearance on “The Skip Bayless Show,” the rapper known for his hit “Lollipop” clarified the situation. Wayne revealed that he had spoken to Kendrick Lamar and wished him the best, telling him, “You better kill it. You gotta kill it.” This conversation further highlighted Wayne’s support for Lamar despite his initial disappointment.
NFL Announces Kendrick Lamar as Halftime Show Headliner
The NFL confirmed that Kendrick Lamar, hailing from Compton, California, would headline the highly anticipated Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show in September. This announcement sparked an intense debate online regarding whether Lamar should have been chosen over Wayne for the prestigious performance.
Kendrick Lamar’s Successful Year Leading Up to the Super Bowl Halftime Show
Lamar’s upcoming performance follows a highly successful year in 2024, which included a surprise album release, a major tour announcement, a well-publicized feud with Drake, chart-topping diss tracks, and numerous award nominations.
