Usher to Take Center Stage at the Super Bowl Halftime Show in Las Vegas
In an exciting announcement, it has been revealed that Usher will headline the upcoming Super Bowl Halftime Show in Las Vegas. The news was shared by the NFL on Sunday night through a video posted on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter). The clip featured Kim Kardashian speaking to the star on the phone, interspersed with footage from Usher’s iconic Confessions Part II music video.
During an interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music, Usher expressed his thrill for the opportunity and revealed that he had to keep the secret under wraps, even from his own children. He explained that a select group of people were aware of the performance, and he described the Super Bowl as the grandest stage he could ever play on. Usher admitted that this had been on his bucket list for a long time, highlighting that those 13 minutes on stage mean everything to him.
Interestingly, Usher disclosed that it was Jay-Z who first reached out to him about the opportunity. Jay-Z’s entertainment agency, Roc Nation, signed a multiyear deal with the NFL a few years ago with the aim of revamping the Super Bowl halftime show. Usher shared how Jay-Z described this moment as magic time and emphasized that he was ready for the Super Bowl experience.
The Super Bowl Halftime Show is highly anticipated every year, and this year’s performance by Usher will undoubtedly captivate audiences. Taking place in Las Vegas on February 11th next year, the event holds added significance for Usher as he currently enjoys a successful residency in the city. Although this will be his first time headlining the Super Bowl, Usher previously made a memorable appearance as a special guest alongside the Black Eyed Peas in 2011.
Usher will be following in the footsteps of Rihanna, who took center stage at last year’s Super Bowl Halftime Show in Glendale, Arizona, after a seven-year hiatus from live performances. Rihanna made history as the first Barbadian artist to headline the event, and her performance became the most-watched Super Bowl Halftime Show of all time, with over 121 million views. Additionally, she used the occasion to announce her pregnancy with her second child, later welcoming a son named Riot Rose.
Shortly after the Super Bowl announcement, Usher also revealed that he will be releasing his ninth studio album titled Coming Home in February, aligning with his highly-anticipated performance. Fans can look forward to an exciting year ahead, filled with Usher’s incredible talent and new musical creations.
The Super Bowl Halftime Show continues to be a platform for artists to showcase their abilities and entertain millions of viewers around the world. With Usher’s upcoming performance, fans can expect an unforgettable show in the vibrant city of Las Vegas. As the countdown begins, excitement mounts for what promises to be yet another outstanding musical event at the Super Bowl.
