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Kendrick Lamar Declares ‘Game Over’ in Drake Battle With Triumphant Super Bowl Halftime Performance


Kendrick Lamar used his Super Bowl Halftime Show to diss Drake with his epic track 'Not Like Us.'

With Jackson serving as a master of ceremonies, Lamar led a robust team of backup dancers who slipped in and out of formation as he toured his catalog, giving renditions of “DNA,” “Peekaboo,” “Squabble Up” and “Humble.” Which led to the victory lap, the moment to solidify the winner in the ongoing war of words with Drake, turning the Super Bowl field into a block party as scores of dancers — plus Serena Williams — moved to the tune. During the 15-minute performance, he graced the stage alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, 50 Cent and Anderson Paak, making for a widescreen spectacle that bridged generations.

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