Super Bowl 59 is generating buzz around the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, but a lot of viewers will be excited for Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance.

Recently, the renowned rapper, who just had a big night at the Grammys, has not revealed much about his plans for Sunday. While he has mentioned wanting to prioritize “storytelling” in his show, the only confirmed guest is Grammy winner SZA, who has collaborated with him multiple times.

This has led to much speculation. Lamar has a history of featuring surprise guests, most famously bringing numerous stars on stage during “The Pop Out” concert last year. With a vast array of hits that include guest verses from various hip-hop artists and a willingness to explore collaborations across different genres, the possibilities for the halftime show at Caesars Superdome are incredibly exciting.

So, who could potentially share the stage with Kendrick Lamar at Super Bowl 59? Here are some predictions:

SZA

This isn’t guesswork; it’s a certainty. In January, Apple Music announced that SZA, who recently won her fifth Grammy, will join Lamar for the Super Bowl 59 halftime show.

The two have collaborated on several tracks, including the Grammy-nominated “All the Stars” in 2018 and they are set to embark on a joint tour starting in April. With such a strong history of working together, it would have been shocking if SZA weren’t part of the halftime show.

Black Hippy

Halftime shows often blend familiar artists, aiming to balance excitement with a smooth performance.

For Kendrick Lamar, that could mean teaming up with Black Hippy, the supergroup he was part of for many years alongside ScHoolboy Q, Jay Rock, and Ab-Soul. The four Los Angeles rappers collaborated for 14 years starting in 2008, although they never released a formal album. Instead, they contributed many hits to each other’s solo projects.

Though the group disbanded in 2022, they came together again at Kendrick’s “The Pop Out” mega-concert last summer. Given the significant cultural presence of that event, it’s reasonable to expect Black Hippy to reunite once more at Super Bowl 59.

Doechii

Not every Super Bowl halftime show features long-time collaborators. There’s a chance we might see a rising star like Doechii perform, especially following her recent Best Rap Album win at the Grammys.

However, the lack of a Kendrick/Doechii track dominating the charts doesn’t mean the Florida artist should be excluded from Sunday’s event. Last year, Kendrick praised her in an Instagram post, calling her “the hardest out” and commending her “Alligator Bites Never Heal” mixtape.

Part of the challenge in creating a Super Bowl halftime show involves blending the classic with the contemporary, presenting beloved hits alongside newer songs in unexpected ways. If Doechii appears during a medley on Sunday, it will be surprising—but not completely out of the blue.

Dr. Dre

It’s quite plausible that the legendary Dr. Dre will perform alongside Kendrick Lamar at Super Bowl 59. Kendrick considers Dre a mentor, and Dr. Dre featured Kendrick during his performance at Super Bowl 56.

Earlier this month, Dr. Dre expressed his pride after Kendrick won five Grammys, and the halftime show from three years ago received much acclaim. It’s likely that Kendrick might return the favor by performing a rendition of “The Recipe” from his acclaimed 2012 album “good kid, m.A.A.d city.”

What about Taylor Swift?

Taylor Swift is a familiar face at Kansas City Chiefs games, so it’s no surprise that she’ll likely be at Super Bowl 59. The pop superstar draws considerable attention during NFL broadcasts, often seen cheering for her boyfriend Travis Kelce from prime seating.

Here’s an interesting fact: she and Kendrick have collaborated on a song—the remix of her 2014 hit “Bad Blood.” Over the years, the two have maintained a friendly rapport, with Swift celebrating Kendrick’s wins at the Grammys. Additionally, Kendrick has worked closely with Jack Antonoff, a frequent Swift collaborator, on his latest album, “GNX.”

Super Bowl halftime shows promise great music but also revel in unexpected surprises. Could we witness a Kendrick/Swift collaboration? Much might depend on whether Swift views the event as a work opportunity or prefers to just relax and enjoy the game.

Who definitely won’t be performing with Kendrick Lamar?

Besides the obvious choice—Drake—there’s at least one rumored guest who won’t be at Super Bowl 59 with Kendrick Lamar.

New Orleans’ own Lil Wayne has stated he won’t even be in town for the Super Bowl. Despite Kendrick’s early mixtape “C4” featuring several freestyles over beats from Lil Wayne’s hit album “Tha Carter III,” both rappers have publicly confirmed they won’t be collaborating at the Super Bowl, much to Lil Wayne’s apparent disappointment.

How to watch Super Bowl 59: Schedule, TV channel, streaming info

Super Bowl 59 will air live across the nation on Fox. For streaming, options include Fubo, which is currently offering a free trial to new users, and Tubi.

• Date: Sunday, Feb. 9
• Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
• TV: Fox
• Streaming: Fubo, Tubi
• Location: Caesars Superdome (New Orleans)

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