Kendrick Lamar surprises with a new song

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The rapper causes a sensation on social media by releasing, without warning, a new song on Instagram.

Kendrick Lamar leaves his fans stunned again. Just days after being confirmed as the main artist for the halftime show of the Super Bowl LIX, The rapper surprised everyone by releasing a new song on his Instagram account. The five-minute track was uploaded without a title or further details, creating an immediate stir on social media.

The unexpected release is a teaser that could set the tone for his upcoming performance at the Super Bowlwhich will take place on February 9, 2025 at the Caesars Superdome of New Orleans. The song, with a raw and defiant style, seems to have references to their recent disputes, particularly when Lamar mentions having “struck down a man”, suggesting a victory in their past conflicts, although without directly attacking Drakewith whom he has had recent tensions.

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This release raises expectations of what will be shown in the show most watched in the world. With its lively and disturbing lyricism, Lamar continues to prove that, both on and off stage, he is one of the most unpredictable and electrifying rappers in music today.

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