Overview

• In a Complex interview published Oct. 15, Nas said he prefers to "leave it to the professionals" and would rather watch than perform.
• He explained the halftime stage does not fit his priorities as an artist, characterizing it as "super rockstar" fare.
• Nas is moving ahead with a collaborative full-length project with DJ Premier slated for December under Mass Appeal’s Legend Has It… series.
• Bad Bunny is confirmed to headline Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara as the first primarily Spanish-language solo headliner.
• His remarks come as recent halftime shows have featured prominent hip-hop performers, including Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, and Eminem.