Lil Wayne’s electrifying Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary performance has ignited a heated debate among NFL fans, with many arguing that he should have taken the stage at the Super Bowl Halftime Show instead of Kendrick Lamar.
Super Bowl Halftime Show Controversy
Last week’s Super Bowl halftime show, featuring Kendrick Lamar, attracted a record-breaking 133.5 million viewers but also faced heavy criticism. Despite appearances from SZA, Samuel L. Jackson, and Serena Williams, some fans labeled it “the worst halftime show ever.”
Adding to the controversy, the NFL reportedly sent an apology letter to Lil Wayne after choosing Lamar over him—especially given that Wayne hails from New Orleans, where the Super Bowl was hosted.
Lil Wayne performs a medley of his hits on SNL’s 50th anniversary special #SNL50 pic.twitter.com/h8Y6u89LgX
— Complex Music (@ComplexMusic) February 17, 2025
Lil Wayne’s SNL Performance Reignites Debate
Just a week later, Lil Wayne’s SNL 50 set had fans buzzing, with many calling it proof that he should have been the Super Bowl headliner. Social media exploded with comments:
🔥 Fan Reactions:
- “Lil Wayne would’ve been a way better choice for halftime! He’s KILLING it on SNL 50.”
- “Wayne’s SNL set was 10x better than Kendrick’s Super Bowl show.”
- “This SNL performance just made the Super Bowl show look weak.”
Not Everyone Agrees
While many fans praised Wayne’s SNL performance, others argued that it justified the NFL’s decision to go with Lamar instead:
❌ Criticism:
- “People really thought Wayne should’ve done the Super Bowl? Watch this SNL performance and rethink that.”
- “Wayne’s set just proved why Kendrick was the right choice.”
- “I love Lil Wayne, but this was not Super Bowl material.”
Final Verdict: Did the NFL Make the Right Call?
Lil Wayne’s SNL performance has only intensified the debate over whether the NFL snubbed the right artist for the Super Bowl Halftime Show. While some fans insist Wayne was the better choice, others believe Lamar was the safer pick.
Regardless of opinions, both performances have left a lasting impression—one on the biggest stage in sports and the other on one of TV’s most historic nights.
