Rapper Lil Wayne, recently seen at the Olympics, opened up about his heartbreak after being passed over for the Super Bowl halftime show in his hometown of New Orleans.
In an emotional Instagram video shared Wednesday, Wayne responded to the news that Kendrick Lamar, fresh off a diss track aimed at Drake, would be taking the stage at the February 9 event.
“It shattered me, and I’m just trying to pick up the pieces,” Wayne confessed, visibly upset. Fans rallied behind him, expressing frustration over the NFL’s choice.
The New Orleans native has been vocal for years about his desire to perform at the Super Bowl, especially in his home city, and many hoped his local ties would secure him the spotlight.
Despite this setback, Lil Wayne’s fans are still holding out hope that Kendrick might bring him out as a surprise guest, ensuring the rapper gets his moment at one of the biggest stages in the world.
