Kendrick Lamar and SZA are breaking new ground in the music industry with their remarkable collaborations and record-setting performances.
The duo, who lit up the stage together during the 2025 Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, kicked off their highly anticipated “Grand National Tour” on April 19 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Organized by Live Nation, pgLang (Kendrick’s agency), and Top Dawg Entertainment, this monumental tour spans 19 stadiums across major cities including Los Angeles, Houston, Las Vegas, and Atlanta, with a thrilling conclusion to the North American segment set for June 18. Following that, the tour is poised to expand into the U.K., Europe, and Australia.
This tour marks a significant milestone as it is the first stadium tour for both artists. SZA expressed her excitement on the “Sherri” show, sharing, “There’s so many firsts happening back to back. I can’t express what it’s like to go through life for the first time but in front of everybody.” She reflected on her journey, emphasizing how this stadium experience follows her inaugural arena tour, adding to the emotional significance of their performances.
The setlist for the Grand National Tour is impressive, featuring over 50 songs. Fans can anticipate an electrifying performance that includes Kendrick’s classics like “TV Off,” “Poetic Justice,” and “They Not Like Us,” alongside SZA’s beloved tracks such as “Broken Clocks,” “Snooze,” and “The Weekend.” Their collaborations, including “30 for 30” and “All the Stars,” contribute to a spectacular show that runs for more than three hours, promising an unforgettable experience for concertgoers.
The support from fans has been overwhelming, with the tour reportedly achieving extraordinary ticket sales of 1.1 million and generating $256.4 million from just 23 shows. This places the Grand National Tour as the highest-grossing co-headline tour in history, surpassing the record held by music power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z during their “On the Run II Tour” in 2018.
As Lamar and SZA continue to flourish together, it’s evident that their partnership and artistry resonate with millions across the globe, paving the way for a bright future in their careers and in the music industry as a whole. With their memorable performances and ever-growing fan base, fans can look forward to more groundbreaking achievements from these two talented artists.