Regarding the halftime show, the renowned sporting event featured a performance by Kendrick Lamar, which came right after the rapper won five awards at the 2025 Grammys, including Song and Record of the Year for Not Like Us.
Over the course of more than 13 minutes, Lamar blended imagery from American culture with his own style, accompanied by an energetic dance crew and a presentation guided by Samuel L. Jackson as the master of ceremonies. The most anticipated moment of the night was Not Like Us, which Lamar introduced with indirect references to his conflict with Drake. Additionally, the show featured a standout appearance by SZA during the performances of luther and All the Stars.
These were the songs performed live by Usher:
squabble up
HUMBLE.
DNA.
euphoria
man at the garden
peekaboo
luther (with SZA)
All the Stars (with SZA)
Not Like Us
tv off (with Mustard)