With his highly anticipated Super Bowl Halftime performance occurring only a week after the Grammys, many are wondering if it will impact Kendrick Lamar’s attendance at the biggest awards ceremony for music.
Kendrick Lamar has been nominated for seven Grammys in 2025 and is predicted to win several awards that night.
In a typical year, Lamar would be in attendance, however, this year there may be an exception due to his halftime show.
Lamar was announced as the halftime performer in September. Usually, artists say they rehearse for months to perfect their performances. Practice and rehearsals also tend to increase the closer they get to the show.
Travis Kelce, the tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, said he would not attend the Grammys with his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, due to practice for the Super Bowl.
That being said, Lamar is nominated for awards at the show, while Kelce would simply be attending with his girlfriend. Kelce also has more strict practices he needs to follow and attend with his team, while Lamar has full control over his show.
Due to the number of nominations Lamar received and how his song “Not Like Us” was one of the most popular songs in 2025, it can be inferred that Lamar will not miss the Grammys this year despite his halftime show practice.
At the Super Bowl Halftime Show, Lamar will bring out SZA, who is also nominated at the 2025 Grammys. It can be inferred that she will also make an appearance at the awards show.
