From PlayStation references to America's political divide, Serena's Crip walk to that "Gloria" jacket, here's a look at what the Grammy and Pulitzer-winning rapper's show was really saying.

Jan 16, 1972; New Orleans, LA, USA; FILE PHOTO; Entertainer Carol Channing performs at halftime of Super Bowl VI between the Dallas Cowboys and Miami Dolphins at the Tulane Stadium. The Cowboys defeated the Dolphins to win their first Super Bowl title 24-3. Mandatory Credit: David Boss-USA TODAY Sports Copyright © David Boss

The Super Bowl halftime show typically lasts around 30 minutes. Compared to the average NFL game, the big game's break can sometimes feel like an eternity. While the intermission affords each team more time than usual to prepare for the final 30 or so minutes of the season, that entire break isn't afforded to the entertainer that graces the stage.

Before it became the pop culture behemoth we know and love, the Super Bowl halftime show was really just a showcase for marching bands, local performers and cover groups. Indeed, it wasn't until 1993, when Michael Jackson was asked to show up and show out, that the gig earned the cache it still carries today.

Kendrick Lamar filled his Super Bowl halftime show performance with symbolism and sneaky references for fans to unpack.