Kendrick Lamar Sets New Record for Highest-Grossing Rap Concert

The Grammy-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar has smashed his own record for the highest-grossing concert by a rapper during his recent performance in Seattle.

On May 17, Kendrick took over Seattle’s Lumen Field, drawing a massive crowd of 60,941 fans as part of his ongoing Grand National Tour with SZA.

On May 17, Kendrick took over Seattle’s Lumen Field, drawing a massive crowd of 60,941 fans as part of his ongoing Grand National Tour with SZA. The concert earned a jaw-dropping $14.8 million, breaking the previous record he set in April.

That earlier record came from his AT&T Arena show in Texas, which grossed $11.8 million. Kendrick continues to raise the bar for live rap performances, proving he’s a top-tier performer and record-breaker.

Wealth, a financial news platform, broke the news on Instagram, and fans quickly flooded social media with reactions and praise for the rap icon.

So far, 2025 has been a landmark year for Kendrick. He wowed millions at the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show, setting the record for the most-watched performance in Super Bowl history.

Kendrick Lamar isn’t just filling stadiums—he’s rewriting the record books. With powerful performances and history-making numbers, he’s showing the world why he’s still hip-hop’s biggest superstar.