Kendrick Lamar and SZA’s collaboration, “Luther,” has reclaimed the No. 1 position on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart. This milestone comes after the song previously held the top spot, which was recently occupied by BigXthaPlug’s track “All the Way” featuring Bailey Zimmerman. The success of “Luther” has also secured it a place at No. 5 on Billboard’s top songs of the summer list, further solidifying its popularity.
In addition to this chart success, Kendrick Lamar received significant recognition earlier this month when he was awarded an Emmy for Outstanding Music Direction. This honor was shared with musical director Tony Russell for their work on the Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show, which attracted a record-breaking audience of 133.5 million viewers. This win marks Lamar’s second Emmy award, reinforcing his influence in the music industry. The halftime show also garnered nominations in several categories, including Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special and Outstanding Variety Special (Live).
Record-Breaking Tour and Upcoming Performances
Kendrick Lamar’s “Grand National” tour, which he kicked off with SZA in Minneapolis this past April, is proving to be a groundbreaking success. In June, the tour was recognized as the highest-grossing co-headlining tour in history, amassing over $256.4 million in revenue. The duo has performed in numerous cities across Europe and the U.K., including Cologne, Amsterdam, Paris, and London.
As the tour continues, Kendrick is set to embark on the South American leg, although SZA will not be joining him for this segment. He is scheduled to perform in major cities such as Mexico City, Bogotá, São Paulo, Buenos Aires, and Santiago throughout October and November 2023. Following this, he will head to Australia in December for a series of performances in Melbourne and Sydney.
The ongoing achievements of Kendrick Lamar and SZA illustrate their significant impact on the music landscape, with “Luther” serving as a testament to their creative synergy and the commercial success of their artistry.
