Did Kendrick Lamar diss Donald Trump too with Drake at the Super Bowl? Fans decode hidden messages in his halftime show
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show was always going to be a spectacle, but fans are convinced it was more than just a performance—it was a message. While millions tuned in to watch the Philadelphia Eagles dominate the Kansas City Chiefs, many couldn’t help but notice the pointed symbolism in Lamar’s set, with some believing it was a direct challenge to former President Donald Trump, who was in attendance.
From Samuel L. Jackson’s ominous narration to lyrics hinting at political unrest, social media is ablaze with theories that Lamar used the biggest stage in America to deliver a bold statement about race, leadership, and the country’s deep divisions.
Samuel L. Jackson as Uncle Sam—A Not-So-Subtle Nod?
Lamar’s performance kicked off with Hollywood icon Samuel L. Jackson dressed as «Uncle Sam,» a recurring figure from Lamar’s 2015 album To Pimp a Butterfly. But this wasn’t the patriotic Uncle Sam seen on war posters—this version of the character was oppressive, trying to silence Lamar throughout the show.
At one point, Jackson’s Uncle Sam scolded Lamar: “No, no, no! Too loud, too reckless, too… ghetto. Mr. Lamar? Do you really know how to play the game? Then tighten up!”
Fans quickly drew comparisons between Jackson’s character and his infamous role in Django Unchained, where he played a house slave loyal to his white master. Many believe this was a direct shot at Trump, especially after the NFL’s controversial decision to replace the End Racism signs in the end zones with Choose Love, a move critics
