*Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show made history, shattering viewership records and igniting conversation about its cultural impact.
While some critics debated the performance’s messaging, one fact is indisputable—Lamar’s show was the most-watched in Super Bowl history, drawing 133.5 million viewers, surpassing even legendary Halftime Shows by Michael Jackson and Prince, TMZ reports.
Civil rights leader Al Sharpton weighed in on the milestone, applauding Kendrick’s performance and brushing off conservative backlash. Sharpton, like comedian D.L. Hughley, pointed out the significance of Lamar’s pro-Black themes, calling it a defining moment in halftime history.
The performance also gave Lamar’s music a major boost. His streaming numbers skyrocketed, with music analytics platform Chart Data confirming that he now holds the record for most monthly listeners for a hip-hop artist on Spotify—surpassing his nemesis Drake.
The halftime show also featured R&B star SZA and a surprise appearance by actor Samuel L. Jackson.
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Much of the online reaction to Lamar’s performance was overwhelmingly positive, with fans praising its powerful message and cultural significance.
Stephen A. Smith wrote on X: “OMG…..OMG…… @kendricklamar did it. Not only did he rock the beat of ‘Not Like Us’……he sang the lyrics. He did it. Mentioned ‘Drake’ by name too. Awwwww Damn! Helluva halftime show.”
One fan wrote on X, “the kendrick lamar super bowl halftime show changed my life.”
Check out what Sharpton had to say about the halftime show via the clip below.
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