Kendrick Lamar
Halftime Show Draws 125 FCC Complaints
… A Few Drake Feud Gripes
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alt=”kendrick lamar drake superbowl” width=”728″ height=”546″Kendrick Lamar‘s Super Bowl halftime show sparked controversy with 125 complaints sent to the FCC. Viewers expressed concerns about inappropriate lyrics, raunchy dance moves, and perceived anti-American themes, with some taking issue with the inclusion of Drake feud references.
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TMZ Sports obtained the complaints, with many criticizing Kendrick for using explicit language, featuring only Black performers, and displaying divisive imagery such as a split American flag.
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Several complaints also highlighted Kendrick’s provocative dance moves, including crotch-grabbing gestures that were deemed inappropriate.
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Furthermore, a number of complaints criticized Kendrick for using the platform to target his rival, Drake, with some viewers feeling that it was a distraction from the overall performance.
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Specifically, Kendrick’s reference to Drake as a pedophile during his performance of “Not Like Us” sparked outrage among viewers, with accusations of spreading false and scandalous claims.
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Additionally, criticisms were directed at Serena Williams for alleged promotion of “gang affiliation” and Kanye West‘s commercial that aired in select markets.
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Despite the complaints, Kendrick’s halftime show reached a massive audience of 133.5 million viewers, indicating a polarizing but impactful performance.
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Comparatively, previous halftime shows, such as Rihanna‘s in 2024 and Jennifer Lopez and Shakira‘s in 2020, also faced criticism with varying levels of FCC complaints.
