Don’t know much about Lamar. My kids are all musicians and it’s not their genre but they have followed, listened to and appreciate his work at some level.
One observation I liked was the simplicity of the set. The performance was a lot of people, a choreography of dance that was complex and alive. It was refreshing to me that it was absent of layers and layers of set, sound and flash…just a simple Buick.
Wondering if top-down processing might be a factor. I imagine most who enjoyed the show are regular or semi-regular listeners of Kendrick Lamar and therefore didn’t have as much issue hearing the lyrics. I liked it, especially in light of the current beef between Kendrick and Drake. The simplicity of the set and the dance performers were great. That said, I personally enjoyed Super Bowl LVI’s performance more considering the stacked set and performers, and I appreciate your discussion on art and what qualifies.
More importantly, I was sad to hear about your family’s loss and I hope you and yours are getting the time to grieve and remember.
Craig, I’m sad to hear of your dad’s passing but glad he didn’t experience a long period of suffering.
While it is comforting to know you will see him again in heaven, I was surprised that wasn’t more comforting to me when my dad passed. I don’t know if it was bc I was still young ( in my 20’s with babies) or bc of the suddenness of his passing ( heart attack at age 54). There were so many things I still wanted to discuss w him as an adult.
You don’t have that problem. Your dad lived a long life. However you may still have some regrets. Don’t we all?
You will be in my prayers in the coming months as you grieve this loss with your family.
As for the 1/2 time show, I have nothing of value to add on that. Let’s just say that I am not up on all the fine points of Lamar’s genre. I wasn’t even able to understand anything he said! I asked my daughter about the show and she filled me in on the undertones of what was going on w Drake, etc. let’s face it. I can keep up on just so many things. I keep up on color and quilting and a few other topics🥴 and I take care if my husband too.
Sorry to hear about your dad Craig.
Don’t know much about Lamar. My kids are all musicians and it’s not their genre but they have followed, listened to and appreciate his work at some level.
One observation I liked was the simplicity of the set. The performance was a lot of people, a choreography of dance that was complex and alive. It was refreshing to me that it was absent of layers and layers of set, sound and flash…just a simple Buick.
Now I am a U2 fan!
So sorry to hear about your dad. The passing of a believer is always bittersweet.
Agree with *all* of your halftime choices, but would add Michael Jackson’s 1993 performance to the list.
Thank you for the condolences, Brian. We grieve with hope and miss with expectation.
I'll have to go back and re-watch Jackson in 1993. I definitely remember it being a big deal for the time.
Wondering if top-down processing might be a factor. I imagine most who enjoyed the show are regular or semi-regular listeners of Kendrick Lamar and therefore didn’t have as much issue hearing the lyrics. I liked it, especially in light of the current beef between Kendrick and Drake. The simplicity of the set and the dance performers were great. That said, I personally enjoyed Super Bowl LVI’s performance more considering the stacked set and performers, and I appreciate your discussion on art and what qualifies.
More importantly, I was sad to hear about your family’s loss and I hope you and yours are getting the time to grieve and remember.
Craig, I’m sad to hear of your dad’s passing but glad he didn’t experience a long period of suffering.
While it is comforting to know you will see him again in heaven, I was surprised that wasn’t more comforting to me when my dad passed. I don’t know if it was bc I was still young ( in my 20’s with babies) or bc of the suddenness of his passing ( heart attack at age 54). There were so many things I still wanted to discuss w him as an adult.
You don’t have that problem. Your dad lived a long life. However you may still have some regrets. Don’t we all?
You will be in my prayers in the coming months as you grieve this loss with your family.
As for the 1/2 time show, I have nothing of value to add on that. Let’s just say that I am not up on all the fine points of Lamar’s genre. I wasn’t even able to understand anything he said! I asked my daughter about the show and she filled me in on the undertones of what was going on w Drake, etc. let’s face it. I can keep up on just so many things. I keep up on color and quilting and a few other topics🥴 and I take care if my husband too.
Martha Brady