Alabama football coach gives ultimate compliment to Kendrick Lamar after halftime show

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Recording artist Kendrick Lamar performs during the halftime show of Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Despite mixed reviews from many viewers, Alabama running backs coach Robert Gillespie made sure to compliment Kendrick Lamar and his performance during the Super Bowl halftime show.

🎤 MIC DROP! Kendrick Lamar just had the performance of his life! Thank you for REAL HIP HOP! Now back to FOOTBALL! #BamaBuilt #SuperBowl

— Robert Gillespie (@BAMACoachG) February 10, 2025

X users provided mixed reactions to the performance. Gillespie was quick to admire Lamar’s performance on the social media platform ahead of the start of the second half. 

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Brody Smoot is a team reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can “follow” him on X, via @brodysmoot.