Cant Stand His Voice, Some Viewers Refuse to Watch Super Bowl 2025 Because of This Singer

The Super Bowl LIX halftime show has become a hot topic of debate, with fans fiercely divided over this year’s headliner. While some are celebrating the bold selection, others are voicing disappointment—including one Louisiana legend who feels snubbed.

Set to take place on February 9 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Super Bowl LIX is already shaping up to be an unforgettable event. In September 2024, it was announced that Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar would headline the highly anticipated halftime show.

Accompanying the announcement was a playful teaser trailer from Apple Music, the official sponsor of the halftime show. The clip featured Lamar strolling across a massive football field, taking in the sheer scale of the venue. “This field is a lot bigger than it looks,” he mused over the phone.

The lighthearted moment escalated when Grammy-winning artist SZA, revealed as a surprise guest, appeared out of nowhere and dumped a cooler of sparkling blue liquid over Lamar’s head. The fun exchange instantly sparked excitement among fans, eager to see the duo’s chemistry translate onto one of the world’s biggest stages.

SZA later took to Instagram, sharing, “Taking the stage with @KendrickLamar!”—marking a major milestone in both artists’ careers. While this will be Lamar’s first time headlining the show, he previously graced the Super Bowl stage as part of the 2022 star-studded performance alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Mary J. Blige.

A Divided Fanbase

As with any high-profile performance, reactions have been mixed. Some fans were thrilled by the choice, expressing their admiration for Lamar’s artistry.

• “Kendrick deserves it!” one fan posted.
• “I said in 2016 that Kendrick was the GOAT. He’s proven me right every step of the way!” another wrote.

However, not everyone was on board. Critics argued that Lamar lacks the stage presence of past halftime performers, while others voiced fatigue over the dominance of rap in recent Super Bowl shows.

• “Why does he get to perform at the Super Bowl twice? I don’t even listen to that kind of music.”
• “Sick of rap. It’s the lowest denominator of music, IMHO.”
• “This will be the first halftime show I don’t care to watch.”

One particularly vocal critic was a Gen Z social media user who suggested alternative headliners:
“I’m not a fan of him. I’d prefer Ice Cube, Chris Brown, Ludacris, Ne-Yo, Ciara, or Janet Jackson—she deserves a second chance, in my opinion.”

Lil Wayne’s Heartfelt Response to Being Overlooked

While fans debated Lamar’s selection, one reaction stood out—Lil Wayne, a Louisiana native and hip-hop icon, who many believed was a top contender to headline the Super Bowl in his home city.

In an emotional Instagram video, Wayne addressed the situation, visibly struggling to hold back his disappointment.