Every Super Bowl Halftime Performer by Year: Kendrick Lamar for 2025

The upcoming Super Bowl LIX halftime show has found its headliner. Kendrick Lamar, a prominent figure in the rap music scene, will take the stage on February 9, 2025, according to his announcement on social media and a video on YouTube. In the video, he is seen on a football field, standing proudly in front of an American flag.

Lamar expressed enthusiasm about his upcoming performance, stating, “Rap music is still the most impactful genre to date. And I’ll be there to remind the world why. They got the right one.”

This announcement comes on the heels of a notable year for Lamar, who has been in the spotlight due to a public feud with fellow rapper Drake. This rivalry has generated several diss tracks from both artists, stirring conversations among fans and critics alike. Kendrick previously entertained audiences during the Super Bowl halftime show in 2022, performing alongside icons like Eminem, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Mary J. Blige.

Kendrick’s performance will follow impressive shows from recent headliners. Usher captivated audiences as the 2024 halftime show performer, while Rihanna’s unforgettable performance in 2023, where she famously revealed her pregnancy, made headlines worldwide.

With just five months until the big event, anticipation is already building around Kendrick Lamar’s performance. To celebrate the excitement, it is worth reflecting on the many memorable halftime shows that have taken place throughout Super Bowl history.

Here is a look back at the Super Bowl halftime performers in the 2020s:

2024: Usher (Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV)

2023: Rihanna (State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ)

2022: Eminem, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, and Mary J. Blige featuring 50 Cent and Anderson .Paak (SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, CA)

2021: The Weeknd (Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL)

2020: Shakira and Jennifer Lopez featuring Bad Bunny, J Balvin, and Emme Muniz (Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL)

In the 2010s, there were numerous standout performances, highlighting the evolution of the halftime show. Some key performances included:

2019: Maroon 5, Travis Scott, Big Boi (Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA)

2018: Justin Timberlake featuring The Tennessee Kids (U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN)

2017: Lady Gaga (NRG Stadium, Houston, TX)

2016: Coldplay featuring Beyoncé and Bruno Mars (Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA)

2015: Katy Perry featuring Lenny Kravitz and Missy Elliott (University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, AZ)

2014: Bruno Mars featuring Red Hot Chili Peppers (MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ)

Halftime shows have endlessly captivated viewers with exciting performances through the years, showcasing diverse genres and trends in music. With Kendrick Lamar set to join this legacy, fans eagerly await the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, contemplating what surprises and artistic expressions he may bring to the stage.

This year’s event promises to add another chapter to the ongoing saga of spectacular halftime performances, ensuring it is an unforgettable moment for both fans and newcomers to the musical celebration.

Source: USA TODAY