The rapper performed hits from his fifth studio album, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers which included “Rich Spirit,” “N95” and “Father Time.”

This marked Lamar’s third appearance as musical guest on SNL, following performances in 2013 and 2018. He is the eighth rap star to serve as a season-opening musical guest, following Public Enemy, Eminem, Nelly, Kanye West, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z and Megan Thee Stallion.

Watch Lamar’s SNL performances below.