As Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs retreated to the locker room, hoping to figure out some way to come back against the surging Philadelphia Eagles, another superstar took to the field to also run up the score, dominating the spotlight in a performance destined to live amongst all the stars.
Fresh off cleaning up at the Grammys and a blowout win over Drake in the rap beef of the century, Kendrick Lamar stole the spotlight on the biggest stage possible — the Super Bowl halftime show.
Completely in his element, nothing could kill King Kendrick's vibe as he opened the show with a cameo from esteemed actor Samuel L. Jackson, introducing Lamar who came out posted on top of a Buick GNX.
From hits like 'Humble,' 'All The Stars' and 'Squabble Up' to chapters of the legendary diss track saga, Lamar's performance — which also featured superstar R&B artist SZA — all led up to the long-awaited rendition of the chart-topping diss track 'Not Like Us.'
When it finally came on — to the joy of many and the disdain of one person in particular — the stadium and the internet as a whole roared into a frenzy. The pointed lyrics and viral refrains rung far and wide and an appearance from legendary athlete Serena Williams caught fans by surprise.
Here's to hoping Drake turned his TV off to save himself from a little poetic justice.
For those that did tune in, however, taking to social media to join in on the fun seemed like the best way to join in on the euphoria. Here are some of the best moments and reactions from fans following a stellar Super Bowl halftime show.
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