‘This Might Be His Actual Worst Nightmare’: After Kendrick Lamar Announced His Super Bowl LIX Performance And Nodded At Drake, Fans Have All The Takes

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As a long-time fan of hip hop and the dramatic twists and turns that often unfold within its community, I must say this latest development between Kendrick Lamar and Drake has been nothing short of captivating. I’ve been following their feud since it ignited earlier this year, and to see Kendrick not only come out on top in the lyrical arena but also secure a spot as the headliner for Super Bowl LIX, it feels like I’m witnessing history in the making.

Previously this year, the public became spectators to a heated lyrical battle between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, which even gained appreciation from Snoop Dogg. The exchange between these two musicians was fiery, with significant subtle jabs exchanged on both sides. In the end, it was Lamar who emerged victorious in the verbal (or lyrical) fight. Now, this Grammy winner has more reasons to rejoice, as he will be the headliner for Super Bowl LIX. He made the announcement through a video, subtly acknowledging Drake, and fans are already expressing their reactions.

Information about Kendrick Lamar’s latest endeavor was shared this Sunday by NFL, Apple Music, and Roc Nation. A video released showed Lamar on a football field with a massive American flag in the background, where he announced his involvement. He hinted that viewers should pay attention because there won’t be a second chance to win, using the phrase “no Round 2s.” This phrase appears to allude to Drake’s earlier claim that their dispute wasn’t settled, as it references one of Drake’s songs. Here’s the video:

Previously, the curator of the “Black Panther” soundtrack has graced a Super Bowl stage, participating in the 2022 halftime show alongside artists like Snoop, 50 Cent, Dr. Dre, Mary J. Blige, and others. However, his upcoming appearance at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans during the upcoming February event carries significant weight, especially given his history with the “Lose Yourself” rapper. Here’s a comment from one X user regarding this:

For several years, Drake aspired to be recognized as the Leading Rap Artist in the sports community, constantly associating with athletes. However, this could potentially turn out to be his most dreaded scenario.

The rivalry between Kendrick Lamar and Drake escalated in March, primarily due to a critical verse Kendrick included on Future’s “Like That.” In this verse, Kendrick seemed to take issue with Drake and J. Cole’s collaboration, “First Person Shooter,” where they declared themselves as the “Big Three” of hip hop. The tension deepened as both artists released diss tracks such as “Push Ups” and “Euphoria.” Over time, these tracks became increasingly personal. Eventually, it seemed that Kendrick gained the upper hand in their dispute with his hit track “Not Like Us,” which contained serious accusations against Drake.

After hearing about the Super Bowl news, I can’t help but feel like the guy from Compton is taking his gaming career to new heights yet again, outdoing even the star from Degrassi. One user compared it to a quote from “First Person Shooter” to emphasize their point: “I’ve found another way to top them all.

Another supporter ascribes this corporate decision entirely to Kendick Lamar’s anger, as expressed by the X user in these remarks:

Hearty congratulations to Drake! His playful tease managed to enrage someone so much that they landed a Super Bowl performance as a result.

Another person reiterated the notion that this turn of events could amount to the “Find Your Love” performer’s “worst nightmare.” Check out the message, and accompanying gif, down below:

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2024-09-08 21:37