Beyonce, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar & Questlove Earn Major Emmy Nods for 2025 | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008
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The 2025 Emmy nominations highlight influential musical artists making significant contributions to television. Kendrick Lamar's two nominations stem from his record-shattering Super Bowl LIX halftime show, which garnered 133.5 million viewers. His performance featured a mix of classic hits and new tracks from his album GNX, along with surprise appearances that enhanced the emotional and production quality. Other artists like Beyoncé and Jay-Z are also recognized, illustrating a trend of musicians pushing creative boundaries within visual culture and live entertainment.
Kendrick Lamar returns to the Emmys with two nominations for his explosive Super Bowl LIX halftime show: Outstanding Variety Special (Live) and Outstanding Music Direction. His performance shattered viewership records, with 133.5 million viewers, making it the most-watched halftime show in NFL history, featuring classics and tracks from his latest album GNX.
The performance included surprise guests like Samuel L. Jackson portraying 'Uncle Sam,' and Serena Williams during 'Not Like Us,' enhancing both emotional depth and production value.
Musicians like Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Jay-Z are shaping visual culture through live specials and music direction, reflecting a deep respect for boundary-pushing artistry in the Emmy nominations.
Kendrick's setlist featured fan-favorite classics like 'Swimming Pools' and 'Alright,' and new tracks including 'squabble up' and 'peekaboo,' illustrating the evolution of his musical contributions.
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