{"id":99417,"date":"2025-02-09T12:55:26","date_gmt":"2025-02-09T05:55:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/levanews.com\/?p=54318"},"modified":"2025-02-09T15:00:33","modified_gmt":"2025-02-09T08:00:33","slug":"cant-stand-his-voice-some-viewers-refuse-to-watch-super-bowl-2025-because-of-this-singer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/echowoven.com\/cant-stand-his-voice-some-viewers-refuse-to-watch-super-bowl-2025-because-of-this-singer\/","title":{"rendered":"&lsquo;Can&rsquo;t Stand His Voice&rsquo; : Some Viewers Refuse to Watch Super Bowl 2025 Because of This Singer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-54325 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2025%5C/02%5C/IMG_5175.png%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"1080\"' height='\"1350\"' title='\"\"'>\n</p><p><em><strong>The Super Bowl LIX halftime show has ignited debate among fans, with reactions ranging from excitement to disappointment. \n<p>While some celebrate the headliner choice, others feel differently, including a Louisiana music icon who was notably left out.\n</p><p>Set to take place on February 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Super Bowl LIX will feature Kendrick Lamar as the halftime performer, a decision announced in September 2024.\n</p><p>The news was accompanied by a teaser from Apple Music, the official sponsor, revealing that Grammy-winning artist SZA would also be part of the show.\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-54324 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2025%5C/02%5C/IMG_5177.webp%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"375\"' height='\"249\"' title='\"\"'>\n</p><p>The black-and-white promo featured Lamar walking across a vast football field, commenting, \u201cThis field a lot bigger than what it looks.\u201d\n</p><p>The lighthearted clip took a fun turn when SZA, lurking nearby, surprised him by dumping a water cooler filled with blue liquid over his head, leaving fans eager to see their dynamic on stage.\n</p><p>She later shared her excitement on Instagram, posting, \u201cTaking the stage with @Kendricklamar!\u201d\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-54323 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2025%5C/02%5C/IMG_5178.webp%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"375\"' height='\"250\"' title='\"\"'>\n</p><p>While this marks Lamar\u2019s first time headlining the halftime show, he previously performed as a guest in 2022 alongside Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre.\n</p><p>Fans had mixed reactions to the announcement, with many praising the choice. \u201cKendrick deserves it,\u201d one person wrote, while another added, \u201cBack in like 2016 I said Kendrick is the GOAT, I\u2019m happy he has proven me right every step of the way.\u201d\n</p><p>Others, however, were less enthusiastic. Some questioned his energy as a live performer, while others expressed disappointment in yet another rap-centered halftime show.\n</p><p>\u201cSick of rap at Super Bowl. It is the lowest denominator of music IMHO,\u201d one critic commented. Another added, \u201cHuge disappointment. Not a fan of Kendrick Lamar at all and this will be the first halftime show I won\u2019t care if I miss.\u201d\n</p><p><img loading='\"lazy\"' decoding='\"async\"' class='\"size-full' wp-image-54322 aligncenter src="%5C%22https:%5C/%5C/echowoven.com%5C/wp-content%5C/uploads%5C/2025%5C/02%5C/IMG_5179.webp%5C%22" alt='\"\"' width='\"375\"' height='\"250\"' title='\"\"'>\n</p><p>In response to the backlash, Kendrick Lamar seemingly addressed the criticism in his own way\u2014through his music.\n</p><p>On November 22, he surprise-released his sixth album, GNX, and in the opening track, \u201cWacced Out Murals,\u201d he acknowledged Lil Wayne\u2019s frustration over being overlooked for the performance.\n</p><p>For those looking to watch the show, Super Bowl LIX will be available to stream live through multiple platforms, including the Fox Sports app, Tubi, FoxSports.com, NFL+, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, FuboTV, and Sling TV.\n</p><p>With an electrifying performance lineup and ongoing discussions surrounding the halftime show, this year\u2019s Super Bowl is shaping up to be a spectacle both on and off the field.\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"</p><p>The Super Bowl LIX halftime show has ignited debate among fans, with reactions ranging from excitement to disappointment. While some celebrate the headliner choice, others feel differently, including a Louisiana music icon who was notably left out. 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