Kanye West shares his thoughts on Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show amidst his social media controversies.
- Kanye praises the halftime performance, calling it his favorite since the Michael Jackson era.
- Despite enjoying the show, Kanye criticizes how Kendrick was handled by the media and industry.
- Kanye ties the performance into broader themes of how black artists are used against each other.
- Kendrick made no mention of Diddy during his performance, which frustrated Kanye.
Kanye West, never one to shy away from sharing his opinions, praised Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show while wrapped in his own controversy. He said, “I really loved the show. It was my favorite halftime show since like Michael Jackson era.”
In a video shared online, Kanye complimented the show’s simplicity and creativity, noting, “The flag was fresh, the way they did ‘HUMBLE’ with the people’s heads moving.” His admiration seemed genuine, though the simplicity was a stark contrast to his own usual extravagance.
Kanye didn’t hold back from discussing the criticisms Kendrick’s performance faced. While some claimed it was the worst halftime show, he argued, “Everybody I know that I talked to in real life said this is the best halftime show.” His defense was clear: Kendrick’s show was remarkable, deserving more praise than scrutiny.
The performance stirred Kanye to weave a broader narrative, expressing his belief in a systemic agenda that pits black superstars against one another. He mentioned, “This is my point right here: one Black superstar is in jail, the next Black superstar’s on stage.” His comments referenced Diddy, who is currently facing serious charges.
Adding another layer to his narrative, Kanye called out what he saw as the hypocrisy of the industry and media treatment of Kendrick and other artists. He lamented, “They use Black people against each other and when they’re done with their agenda, they’ll kick you out.”
Before the Super Bowl, Kanye had urged Kendrick to support Diddy with a “Free Puff” shoutout, yet Kendrick’s performance stayed clear of any such mentions. This, unsurprisingly, frustrated Kanye, who saw it as a missed opportunity to make a powerful statement.
In a twist typical of Kanye, he even claimed he would perform at the next Super Bowl, a claim overshadowed by his recent controversial outbursts. Regardless of the odds against this happening, it highlights Kanye’s relentless pursuit of the spotlight.
In the end, Kanye West’s reflections on Kendrick Lamar’s performance reveal both his admiration and deeper frustrations.
