Kendrick Lamar and SZA Embark on Grand National Tour with Star-Studded Setlist
The highly anticipated Grand National Tour, co-headlined by Kendrick Lamar and SZA, kicked off on April 19 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The 39-date stadium tour, a rare feat for a rapper, promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans. According to a report by USA Today, the energetic performance was preceded by a 40-minute DJ set by Lamar’s friend Mustard, who produced the Drake-dissing hit "Not Like Us."
The show kicked off with Lamar rising from the bottom of the stage inside a Buick GNX, an unofficial mascot of his current era, and rolling into "wacced out murals" from his "GNX" album. As USA Today notes, the Compton rapper and R&B maven traded the spotlight, with each owning the stage for a handful of songs before ceding to the other. The pair also frequently prowled the stage together, performing collaborations such as "30 for 30," "All the Stars," and "Luther."
The lighting on the massive main stage, catwalks, and octagon-shaped Energy Floor was unusually dim, but there was never a problem hearing SZA belt or Lamar unfurl a litany of rhymes, evidenced by the deafening singalongs by the crowd of about 50,000. As quoted in USA Today, Lamar is one of few rappers to fill stadiums, and with a co-pilot as saucy as SZA, the duo proved a deeply talented partnership as they roll through the summer.
The setlist for the Grand National Tour is a testament to the duo’s impressive discography. USA Today has obtained the full list of songs performed during the tour opener, which can be found below:
Act I: Kendrick Lamar & SZA
- "wacced out murals"
- "squabble up"
- "King Kunta"
- "ELEMENT."
- "tv off (part 1)"
- "30 for 30" (with SZA)
- "Love Galore"
- "Broken Clocks"
- "The Weekend"
Act 2: Kendrick Lamar
- "euphoria"
- "hey now"
- "reincarnated"
- "HUMBLE."
- "Backseat Freestyle"
- "family ties"
- "Swimming Pools (Drank)"
- "m.A.A.d city"
- "Alright"
- "man at the garden"
Act 3: SZA
- "Scorsese Baby Daddy"
- "F2F"
- "Garden (Say It Like Dat)"
- "Kitchen"
- "Blind"
- "Forgiveless"
- "Low"
Act 4: SZA and Kendrick Lamar
- "Doves in the Wind"
- "All the Stars"
- "LOVE."
Act 5: Kendrick Lamar
- "dodger blue"
- "peekaboo"
- "Like That"
- "DNA."
- "GOOD CREDIT"
- "Count Me Out"
- "Money Trees"
- "Poetic Justice"
Act 6: SZA
- "Diamond Boy (DTM)"
- "Shirt"
- "Kill Bill"
- "Snooze"
- "Crybaby"
- "Saturn"
- "Good Days"
- "Rich Baby Daddy"
- "BMF"
- "Kiss Me More (Doja Cat cover)"
Act 7: Kendrick Lamar and SZA
- "bodies"
- "tv off"
- "Not Like Us"
- "luther"
- "gloria"
As USA Today reports, the Grand National Tour is set to continue throughout the summer, with fans eagerly anticipating the duo’s next performance. With a setlist that showcases their impressive range and chemistry, Kendrick Lamar and SZA are undoubtedly one of the most exciting musical partnerships to emerge in recent years.
Kendrick Lamar’s ability to fill stadiums is a testament to his dedication to his craft, and with SZA by his side, the duo is poised to deliver unforgettable performances throughout the tour. As USA Today notes, the pair’s collaborations are a highlight of the show, with songs like "30 for 30" and "All the Stars" showcasing their undeniable chemistry.
The Grand National Tour is a must-see event for fans of Kendrick Lamar and SZA, with the duo’s energetic live performance and impressive setlist making for an unforgettable experience. As USA Today reports, the tour is set to continue throughout the summer, with fans eagerly anticipating the duo’s next performance.
