Kendrick Lamar is about to take the biggest stage in the world—the Super Bowl Halftime Show—and it could be one of the most important performances of his career.

With the massive success of “Not Like Us”, his recent Apple Music interview, and his belief that hip-hop is high art, this isn’t just another halftime show. It’s a cultural moment.

In this episode of The Last Mixed Tape, Stephen White breaks down:

• The history of Super Bowl performances that defined culture

• What Kendrick’s Apple interview tells us about his vision

• How “Not Like Us” has already transcended rap beef

• Speculation on his setlist and why this could be a defining moment for hip-hop

Could this be the Super Bowl performance that cements Kendrick as the greatest of his generation? Let’s talk about it.

Kendrick Super Bowl Half Time
Kendrick Lamar will perform at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans this Sunday

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