Get ready for an electrifying Super Bowl halftime show! Grammy-winning artists Kendrick Lamar and SZA will headline the highly anticipated performance on February 9 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The announcement came with a dramatic teaser released by Lamar and Apple Music, showcasing the rapper strolling across a football field before SZA joined him for a playful moment.
A Dynamic Duo
Lamar and SZA, who share a long-standing creative partnership, are no strangers to collaborative magic. As former labelmates at Top Dawg Entertainment, they delivered hits like the Oscar-nominated “All the Stars” from the Black Panther soundtrack and “Doves in the Wind” from SZA’s debut album, Ctrl. Recently, SZA contributed to Lamar’s album GNX, lending her voice to tracks like “Gloria” and “Luther,” which features samples from Luther Vandross and Cheryl Lynn.
This halftime performance will mark another milestone in their careers, as they prepare to thrill millions with their artistry on one of the world’s biggest stages.
A Big Year for Both Artists
The Super Bowl announcement comes as both artists head into an exciting season. SZA, fresh off a stellar year, is nominated for two Grammys for her hit single “Saturn” in the Best R&B Song and R&B Performance categories. She has already won four Grammys and continues to captivate audiences with her soulful style.
Lamar, a 17-time Grammy winner, has seven nominations this year, including nods for Song and Record of the Year for “Not Like Us.” His groundbreaking creativity will also extend to the halftime show, as the performance’s creative direction is being handled by pgLang, the company he co-founded with Dave Free.
The Grand National Tour
In addition to their Super Bowl appearance, Lamar and SZA are gearing up for the Grand National Tour, a 19-city North American tour kicking off on April 19 in Minneapolis and concluding on June 18 in Washington, D.C. Fans can expect a celebration of their shared discography and individual hits in what is sure to be a memorable concert series.
Star Power Behind the Scenes
The halftime show is being produced by Roc Nation, the NFL’s official entertainment partner, alongside Emmy-winning producer Jesse Collins. With pgLang spearheading creative direction, the performance promises to be a stunning blend of artistry and innovation, following the legacy of last year’s unforgettable show by Usher and his A-list guests.
As anticipation builds for this year’s Super Bowl, Lamar and SZA’s halftime performance is shaping up to be one for the ages, blending the duo’s iconic styles with the grandeur of the big game.
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