Kendrick Lamar and SZA proved why they are the biggest names in music right now during their Grand National Tour at MetLife on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The rain couldn't stop the dynamic duo from performing in what felt like a victory lap to a groundbreaking year for the pair as they basked in their commercial success.

The show started with DJ Mustard, who did his best to warm the crowd up with rap standards before Kendrick and SZA hit the stage. The stage design somewhat resembled the diamond design of Kendrick’s Super Bowl halftime set,

The rapper and R&B star are taking victory laps for smash hits and albums. But their co-headlining tour is still threaded with angst and reflection.