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Drake’s Not the Only One Coming for Kendrick’s Super Bowl Moment

Louisiana has concerns about history repeating itself.

On the track “First Person Shooter,” Drake and J. Cole rapped that they were as big as the Super Bowl. However, only one person from the controversial “Big Three” is confirmed to hit the stage next month. As more news breaks about the performance, from special guests like SZA to exclusive merch collections, fans are excited to see what Kendrick Lamar has planned.

However, not every Louisiana native wants to hear the Compton rapper at his most uncensored — and they used one of his collaborators as a shining example of what not to do. 

 

Lawmakers have their pitchforks ready

A “group of 17 Republican Louisiana legislators sent a letter to the leaders of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and the Louisiana Stadium and Expo District,” arguing that Louisiana taxpayers should have a say in what happens at the game—including the halftime performance.

The letter cites past Super Bowl controversies, including Janet Jackson’s wardrobe malfunction and Jennifer Lopez’s steamy performance, while also calling out Rihanna’s 2023 set for allegedly featuring lyrics “so offensive that few Louisiana adults could read [them] before an audience without shame.”

Though the letter doesn’t mention Kendrick by name, the lawmakers make it clear they expect a family-friendly show from the rapper—otherwise, they’re ready to stir up Karen-style backlash.

“We realize that these past vulgar performances may have been acceptable to the residents of those states where those Super Bowls were held, but, in Louisiana, these lewd acts are inappropriate for viewing by children, objectify women, and are simply NOT welcomed by the majority of Louisiana parents,” the letter states

 

Fans predict a Black Hippy reunion

Regardless of the background noise, fans look forward to seeing K. Dot take the stage, especially with rumors swirling about a Black Hippy reunion. 

Ab-Soul shared on January 29 that he got a FaceTime call from Kendrick’s manager, Dave Free, about the Super Bowl that made him “shed a tear.” 

One thing’s for sure—Kendrick’s Super Bowl performance is just the icing on the cake. At this point, he’s done so many victory laps that it’s hard to keep count.