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What specific legal action did Drake initiate in response to Kendrick Lamar's song 'Not Like Us'?
What specific legal action did Drake initiate in response to Kendrick Lamar's song 'Not Like Us'?
- Cease and desist order
- Copyright infringement claim
- Criminal charges for slander
- Defamation lawsuit (correct)
Serena Williams' appearance during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show was announced prior to the performance.
Serena Williams' appearance during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show was announced prior to the performance.
False (B)
What was unique about Kendrick Lamar's role as a performer at the Super Bowl, as highlighted in the provided content?
What was unique about Kendrick Lamar's role as a performer at the Super Bowl, as highlighted in the provided content?
first solo rapper to headline the super bowl
During his Super Bowl performance, Kendrick Lamar self-censored a lyric in 'Not Like Us' where he originally called Drake a 'certified ______'.
During his Super Bowl performance, Kendrick Lamar self-censored a lyric in 'Not Like Us' where he originally called Drake a 'certified ______'.
Match the elements from Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show with their descriptions:
Match the elements from Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show with their descriptions:
Which team won the Super Bowl game during which Kendrick Lamar performed at halftime, and what was the final score?
Which team won the Super Bowl game during which Kendrick Lamar performed at halftime, and what was the final score?
What was the estimated TV viewership of the Super Bowl game and halftime show where Kendrick Lamar performed?
What was the estimated TV viewership of the Super Bowl game and halftime show where Kendrick Lamar performed?
The song 'Not Like Us' earned five Grammy Awards, including song of the year.
The song 'Not Like Us' earned five Grammy Awards, including song of the year.
What role did Samuel L. Jackson play during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance?
What role did Samuel L. Jackson play during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance?
Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance included his civil rights anthem 'Alright'.
Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance included his civil rights anthem 'Alright'.
Which artist collaborated with Kendrick Lamar on the song 'All The Stars' during the Super Bowl performance?
Which artist collaborated with Kendrick Lamar on the song 'All The Stars' during the Super Bowl performance?
Kendrick Lamar arrived on stage atop a black Buick ______ car.
Kendrick Lamar arrived on stage atop a black Buick ______ car.
Match the following songs with the artists who performed them during the Super Bowl pre-game or halftime show:
Match the following songs with the artists who performed them during the Super Bowl pre-game or halftime show:
What was the general reception of Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance among casual viewers?
What was the general reception of Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance among casual viewers?
Taylor Swift joined Kendrick Lamar on stage to perform their remix of her song 'Bad Blood'.
Taylor Swift joined Kendrick Lamar on stage to perform their remix of her song 'Bad Blood'.
Which song by Kendrick Lamar was described as the 'undoubted climax' of his Super Bowl performance?
Which song by Kendrick Lamar was described as the 'undoubted climax' of his Super Bowl performance?
Alongside SZA, ______ also gave the set a lift, with supple vocals and improbably flexible choreography that helped soften Lamar's edgier instincts..
Alongside SZA, ______ also gave the set a lift, with supple vocals and improbably flexible choreography that helped soften Lamar's edgier instincts..
Why might the NFL's decision to remove 'end racism' from the end zone be relevant to Lamar's performance?
Why might the NFL's decision to remove 'end racism' from the end zone be relevant to Lamar's performance?
Jon Batiste is an artist from Philadelphia.
Jon Batiste is an artist from Philadelphia.
What was the title of the song Lady Gaga performed in New Orleans before kickoff?
What was the title of the song Lady Gaga performed in New Orleans before kickoff?
Many had expected Lamar to make a bigger statement, especially with President ______ Trump in attendance.
Many had expected Lamar to make a bigger statement, especially with President ______ Trump in attendance.
What was the name of the musician who produced the song "TV Off" and joined Lamar on stage?
What was the name of the musician who produced the song "TV Off" and joined Lamar on stage?
The Philadelphia Eagles won the Super Bowl.
The Philadelphia Eagles won the Super Bowl.
Flashcards
Not Like Us
Not Like Us
Kendrick Lamar's rap track dissing Drake.
Crip Walk
Crip Walk
A dance move associated with Los Angeles culture, performed by Serena Williams during Lamar's set.
Defamation Lawsuit
Defamation Lawsuit
Legal action taken by Drake against Lamar's record label over lyrics in 'Not Like Us'.
Lyric Self-Censorship
Lyric Self-Censorship
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Caesars Superdome
Caesars Superdome
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"Tryin' to strike a chord and it's probably A minor."
"Tryin' to strike a chord and it's probably A minor."
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Solo Rapper Headliner
Solo Rapper Headliner
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Noughts and Crosses Stage
Noughts and Crosses Stage
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Samuel L. Jackson's Super Bowl Role
Samuel L. Jackson's Super Bowl Role
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Kendrick Lamar's Entrance Car
Kendrick Lamar's Entrance Car
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Lamar's Early Setlist Highlights
Lamar's Early Setlist Highlights
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SZA's Super Bowl Collaboration
SZA's Super Bowl Collaboration
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Climax Song of Lamar's Performance
Climax Song of Lamar's Performance
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Producer on Stage with Lamar
Producer on Stage with Lamar
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Unreleased Song Snippets
Unreleased Song Snippets
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NFL's Removed Phrase
NFL's Removed Phrase
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Song Omitted by Lamar
Song Omitted by Lamar
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Super Bowl Protest
Super Bowl Protest
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Taylor Swift's Attendance
Taylor Swift's Attendance
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Anticipated Duet
Anticipated Duet
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Lady Gaga's Pre-Game Performance
Lady Gaga's Pre-Game Performance
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National Anthem Singer
National Anthem Singer
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"Black National Anthem" Performance
"Black National Anthem" Performance
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Study Notes
- Kendrick Lamar was the first solo rapper to headline the Super Bowl.
- Lamar teased his Drake diss track, "Not Like Us," during his Super Bowl set, a song with one billion Spotify streams and five Grammy Awards.
- Drake had filed a defamation lawsuit over "Not Like Us," which labeled him a sexual predator.
- Lamar self-censored the lyric calling Drake a "certified paedophile" but emphasized Drake's name and left a suggestive double entendre in the song.
- Lamar's performance was expected to reach over 120 million TV viewers.
- The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in the Super Bowl.
- Serena Williams made a surprise appearance, performing the Crip Walk during Lamar's set.
- Drake's lawyers are suing Universal Music Group, alleging the label tried to create a viral hit with false allegations.
- Lamar's set included dancers, fireworks, and special guests.
- The Super Bowl set highlighted the contradictions between ego and self-doubt in Lamar’s lyrics.
- Lamar performed on a giant noughts and crosses board, with introspective songs in the "Xs" and crowd-pleasers in the "Os."
- Samuel L Jackson, dressed as Uncle Sam served as emcee, praising duets with SZA and berating Lamar for self-indulgence.
- SZA and Lamar performed "All The Stars" from the Black Panther soundtrack.
- Lamar arrived on stage in a black Buick GNX car, the model his father drove him home in after his birth in 1987.
- Highlights included "Humble" and "DNA" from his Pulitzer Prize-winning album DAMN.
- The set also included "Squabble Up", "Man At The Garden", and the Drake diss track "Euphoria."
- SZA's vocals and choreography softened Lamar's edgier instincts.
- Mustard, the producer of "TV Off," joined Lamar on stage.
- Lamar omitted his civil rights anthem "Alright," after the NFL removed "end racism" from the end zone.
- Audio of the backing track for Lamar's show leaked on Thursday.
- A protester unfurled a Palestinian and Sudanese flag on Lamar's car before being tackled.
- Taylor Swift watched the show, but did not perform, along with celebrities including Paul McCartney, Stormzy, Lady Gaga, Jay-Z, Ice Spice, Doechii, Paul Rudd, Bradley Cooper and Winnie Harlow.
- Lady Gaga, who performed in 2017, sang "Hold My Hand" on Bourbon Street, honoring terror attack victims.
- Jon Batiste was the first musician to perform the US National Anthem at the Super Bowl in front of a sitting president.
Additional Performances
- Ledisi performed "Lift Every Voice and Sing" with a youth choir.
- Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle played "America the Beautiful."
Game Result
- The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22.
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Description
Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance included a diss track towards Drake. Despite self-censoring, the performance highlighted their ongoing feud. The set featured dancers, fireworks, and Serena Williams, reaching over 120 million viewers.
