Super Bowl 59 is already going to be a must-watch affair—even as far as Super Bowls go—with the Kansas City Chiefs on the verge of making NFL history as the first team to potentially ever win three consecutive Lombardi Trophies. The Chiefs have swept the last two NFL seasons and are already in a position no other team has claimed—to even make a third Super Bowl after two wins.
Beyond the big game, however, millions of semi-casual or even non-football fans will be tuning in for Super Bowl LIX for the chance to catch the commercials, be a part of the zeitgeist, and catch what should be a killer halftime show featuring Kendrick Lamar and company.
Lamar is set to take the stage for the iconic halftime show in 2025 and the Compton-born rapper should put on a stellar show. Fresh off of dominating the Grammys with five wins, including awards for Record of the Year and Song of the Year, Lamar is starting out the year hot.
From good kid, m.A.A.d city to DAMN to Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, Lamar’s catalog is packed with hits that should make their way into the Super Bowl's halftime set—along with newer tracks from his most recent November release, GNX.
The Super Bowl halftime show has become one of the most-watched musical events of the year, with recent performances from artists like Rihanna, Dr. Dre and friends (which included Lamar himself), The Weeknd, and Shakira and Jennifer Lopez setting a high bar for spectacle and showmanship. Now, Lamar gets control of the spotlight as the central star.
But what time does the show start? How long will he perform? Will there be surprise guests? Whether you're a die-hard Kendrick Lamar fan or just here for the entertainment, we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know about the Super Bowl 59 halftime show.
What time is the Super Bowl halftime show?
Given the Super Bowl's start time of 6:30 p.m. ET, the pageantry involved before the game, and the need to set up the stage once teams come off of the field, the Super Bowl halftime show should get underway between 8:00 to 8:30. It's likely going to come in the latter half of that time slot, but if you're tuning in only for the halftime show, you might want to sit back and watch the last bit of first-half action to be safe.
When is the Super Bowl?
Super Bowl LIX is scheduled for Sunday, February 9.
Where is the Super Bowl in 2025?
Kendrick Lamar will be taking the stage in the Caesar's Superdome in New Orleans.
Will there be guest stars with Kendrick Lamar?
Kendrick Lamar is already used to working with SZA on several projects, so it makes sense that she's been announced already as a primary guest for Super Bowl 59's halftime show. She appeared on his most recent album, GNX, on multiple tracks and the pair recently toured together as well.
Lamar has collaborated with numerous others—including household names like Beyonce and Rihanna. It might be safer to expect an appearance from the likes of Jay Rock or Future or Baby Keem. Then again, the Super Bowl is the Super Bowl so anything is possible.
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