Lil Wayne Reacts to Super Bowl Halftime Snub

Lil Wayne has announced he will never perform at a Super Bowl halftime show after being passed over for the 2025 event in his hometown of New Orleans, with Kendrick Lamar chosen instead. Wayne described making efforts to align with NFL expectations and was told by NFL contacts that Roc Nation held the final decision. He admitted he didn't watch Lamar's performance and publicly blamed himself for getting his hopes up, highlighting the emotional toll of missing a career-defining opportunity. Despite the disappointment, Wayne expressed no animosity toward Lamar and wished him well. The situation ignited online debate, with fans and other artists arguing that Wayne deserved the spot and criticizing the halftime show selection process. Wayne is now focused on finalizing his upcoming album, 'Tha Carter VI,' set for release in June.