As a longtime fan and follower of both Kendrick Lamar and Lil Wayne, I can’t help but feel a pang of empathy for Weezy F in this situation. Having grown up in New Orleans myself, I understand the deep connection these artists have to their city, and it’s heartbreaking to see one feel overlooked for such a prestigious opportunity.
Kendrick Lamar securing the Super Bowl halftime show seemed to put an end to his well-known dispute with Drake, but now some question if he may be embroiled in another high-profile rap feud soon. Before Kendrick’s New Orleans performance in February, local legend Lil’ Wayne expressed disappointment over not getting the chance to perform in his hometown, stating that the opportunity was taken away from him.
Over the weekend, Wayne took the stage at Lil’ Weezyana Fest in New Orleans. This performance was broadcasted on Amazon Music, which allowed his remarks about being snubbed as a headliner for the Super Bowl to spread quickly. During a conversation about his past Super Bowl experiences, he notably mentioned the time he witnessed the Saints beating the Indianapolis Colts (as shared by @big_business_). In essence, here’s how he phrased it: “I was overlooked as the headliner for the Super Bowl, but I did manage to watch the Saints win against the Indianapolis Colts.
In the year when the first Super Bowl took place, I made a point to secure tickets right at the start of the season. When I relocated to Miami, I repeated this action, hoping my team would return. At that instant, I thought, ‘I aspire to appear onstage at the Super Bowl someday in front of my mother.’ I put in immense effort to reach that position. Unfortunately, it was taken from me. However, this particular moment? They can’t snatch away my accomplishment.
At his hometown festival, where he was the main focus, Weezy F garnered a thunderous applause from the audience, as anticipated. Given the occasion, it seemed like an ideal moment for him to express his dissatisfaction about not being selected for the Super Bowl. However, it’s unlikely that this statement will prompt the NFL to reverse their decision regarding Kendrick Lamar and offer Lil’ Wayne the opportunity instead, but anything is possible.
One potential rephrasing could be: It might be crucial for NFL executives to understand that Lil’ Wayne’s strong reaction wasn’t solely due to losing the Super Bowl bid to Kendrick Lamar, but rather stemmed from a sense of personal offense. The relationship between Wayne and Drake, spanning over decades due to their shared association with Young Money label, might have led some to speculate that Wayne’s initial annoyance signaled an escalation in the rap feud between Kendrick and Drake. However, this was more about Lil’ Wayne feeling disrespected.
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Readers should remember, however, that Lil’ Wayne’s love for sports runs deep. Years ago, he thought about jumping into sports announcing and retiring from music, and up until Skip Bayless’ retirement from Undisputed, he appeared on there from time to time as a guest. Those who follow Wayne likely knew it was never about Kendrick Lamar, though I’m not discounting the possibility it could become that as the months drag on.
Lil Wayne and Kendrick Lamar have joined forces for a song titled “Mona Lisa.” This implies that there might be an opportunity for Lil Wayne to perform, even if he doesn’t headline the entire show. Whether or not this happens depends on what songs Kendrick Lamar decides to perform in his setlist, and whether he takes Usher’s advice to play some of his most popular hits.
It’s intriguing to speculate about Lil Wayne’s reaction if given the chance to perform, considering his past emphasis on the significance of performing. Given that Drake and Kendrick Lamar’s performance of “Not Like Us” might potentially strain their friendship, it’s hard not to ponder whether accepting such an offer could further complicate matters. The prospect of sharing the stage with Kendrick Lamar during his performance must be quite a challenge for Lil Wayne, and having a friend onstage at that moment could make it even more painful, like adding salt to an already raw wound.
The Super Bowl isn’t happening until February 9th on Sunday, giving us ample time to witness any collaborations or surprises between Lil Wayne, Kendrick Lamar, and other popular rappers from the last two decades. I’m keeping my fingers crossed for an amazing halftime show, as I’m not overly concerned given that Lamar is headlining.
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2024-11-04 04:37