Usher announced to perform at the Super Bowl Half-Time show 2024
The epic Half-Time show will take place in February next year
Last updated 25th Sep 2023
After months of rumours, Usher has been announced as the performer for the Super Bowl Half-Time show in 2024. Following Rihanna's epic show this year, fans have been desperate for any news on who will be taking to the stage during the Half-Time of the 2024 Super Bowl, which will take place in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Usher announced the news on social media, in a series of joint posts with the NFL and Apple Music. Sharing clips of Usher's younger self receiving the news, from various famous faces, that he will be performing at the 2024 Half-Time show, they wrote: 'USHER. LAS VEGAS. APPLE MUSIC HALFTIME SHOW. #SBLVIII
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@Usher, @nfl, @rocnation, @nfloncbs'.
Kicking off the string of announcement videos was none other than Kim Kardashian, with the clips referencing his 'Confessions Part II' video. Kim calls Usher up to let him know the exciting news, while the R&B star is working away in the studio.
Fans couldn't contain their excitement, with many taking to the comments to share the love. One wrote: 'The hits!!!! Omg how do you choose?!!! Ahhhhh!!!' (sic), with another adding: 'His catalog is crazy! This is so well deserved!! And he’s a performer!! This is going to be so much fun!!' (sic)
The legendary R&B star then uploaded four more announcement videos, that featured the same clips of Usher however with different stars revealing the news to him - American footballers Deion Sanders, Marshawn Lynch and Odell Beckham Jr (OBJ).
The throwback clips of Usher are taken from his 2004 music video for 'Confessions, Pt. II'. With this in mind, the final announcement video features young Usher receiving the exciting news from none other than... Himself (...20 years on).
Usher is known for huge hits such as 'Yeah!', 'Confessions', 'U Got It Bad', 'OMG', 'DJ Got Us Fallin' In Love' and the iconic 'Love in This Club' - you know, just to name a few. Similar to those before him, it is expected that Usher will perform a medley of his classic hits as he takes to the stage for the Super Bowl Apple Music Half-Time show.
What has he said about performing?
Speaking about his upcoming performance, Usher said: 'It's an honor of a lifetime to finally check a Super Bowl performance off my bucket list. I can't wait to bring the world a show unlike anything else they've seen from me before.
'Thank you to the fans and everyone who made this opportunity happen. I'll see you real soon.'
When is the 2024 Super Bowl?
The Super Bowl LVIII will take place at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Sunday 11th February 2024 - being the 58th Super Bowl. Previous performers include the likes of J-Lo, Shakira, The Weeknd and Lady Gaga, as well as other legendary names such as Prince, Madonna, Britney Spears and Beyoncé - as well as some of the most iconic names in hip-hop royalty.
And, of course, who can forget Rihanna's incredible 2023 Half-Time performance, which saw the singer return to the stage for the first time in seven years. Cramming 17 years of work into 13 minutes, RiRi also wowed the crowd when she made a surprise pregnancy announcement - revealing she was expecting her second baby.
Rihanna performed iconic tracks such as 'Diamonds', 'Umbrella', 'Only Girl In The World', 'Work' and 'We Found Love' - even making time to touch up her make-up with her iconic Fenty Beauty products.
Usher will be taking to the stage during the Super Bowl LVIII Halt-Time show on Sunday 11th February 2024.
In the meantime, you can hear throwback hits by Usher on Forth 1!
Check out all of the artists that were rumoured to be performing:
Miley Cyrus
Topping the rumoured list is none other than 'Flowers' superstar Miley Cyrus. With odds at 8/11, that lands Miley at a 57.9% probability of performing at the honourable event. Fans have shared their desire for Miley Cyrus to perform at the Half-Time show over the years, with a petition even circulating to get the 'Flowers' singer to perform at the 2023 show. Rumours that Miley might perform in 2024 did do the rounds, with the Pop Tingz account sharing: 'Miley Cyrus is rumoured to be in talks to perform at the upcoming SuperBowl halftime show.'
In 2021, Miley was involved in the TikTok Tailgate Super Bowl event. She tweeted: 'SUPERBOWL LV!! I'll be there for TIKTOK TAILGATE!!! I can't wait to put on a show for the NFL's honored guests before the game...Health care workers from Tampa and around the country!' (sic)
Taylor Swift
Many fans hoped that Taylor Swift could perform at the Super Bowl Half-Time show. TMZ reported that the 'Anti-Hero' hitmaker was offered the chance to perform at the sports event last year, but turned it down - although fans were ecstatic to see her at the game supporting her boyfriend, Chiefs player Travis Kelce. For the 2025 show, Taylor finds herself with even odds, with 50% probability of her landing the slot.
Despite this, according to a source, Taylor has no plans to perform at the Super Bowl until she has finished re-recording her first six albums following a rights dispute. It was then reported in August 2023 that although Taylor has reportedly been reached out to "a handful of times" by the prestigious event, she is in "no rush". A source close to her said that on top of re-recording her albums: "Taylor is busy with her current tour, she has zero time to prepare a Super Bowl show, she will do it eventually, but she is in no rush at all to do it in Vegas or do it in the next couple of years."
Lil Wayne
With a reported 33.3% probability of performing the Superbowl Half-Time Show 2025 is Lil Wayne - who, as of July 2024, had odds of 2/1. With numerous X users expressing their desire to see the 'How To Love' rapper take the slot, it's fair to say he has a large catalogue of hit songs to wow the crowds at the upcoming game.
Billie Eilish
From her groundbreaking debut album, which spawned hits like 'Bad Guy' and 'Bury A Friend', to her Number 1 second AND third albums 'Happier Than Ever' and 'Hit Me Hard and Soft', it comes as no surprise that Billie Eilish also joins the running when it comes to speculation over the Superbowl Half-Time Show performer for 2025. With odds of 3/1, this reportedly gives her a 25% probability of performing the show.
Ed Sheeran
With 14 Number 1 singles in the UK alone under his belt, we wouldn't blame you for thinking that the almighty Ed Sheeran would be a top contender for the famous Super Bowl Half-Time show. Although this would be epic, the 'Shape Of You' singer spoke out in August 2023, saying he 'can't' and won't be doing the show, claiming: "I think it's an American thing. I don't have pizazz."
Could he change his mind for 2025? With odds of 6/1, making his probability 14.3%, we reckon never say never! Check out what else he had to say about the idea here!
Ariana Grande
Could the incredible Ariana Grande perform next year? Many fans have already shared their hopes for the singer to perform at the iconic sporting event, with her odds landing on 7/1 - giving her 12.5% probability.
As we all know, Ari is currently busy with commitments for the Wicked movie, where she plays the role of Glinda - although 2024 did mark her epic return to music. On top of her brand new music, and a busy schedule in the lead-up to the film's release, the singer has teased a 'mini little sampling of shows' to serve as an 'Eternal Sunshine' tour - which, some could say, would warm her up nicely for the Superbowl Half-Time Show 2025!
Adele
In what would most certainly be a show to remember, 'Hello' megastar Adele has also found herself in the list of rumoured contenders. With viral clips circulating of her epic Weekends with Adele residency in Las Vegas, it comes as no surprise that fans are keen to see her perform during the Half-Time show - with odds of 8/1, as of July 2024, and a 11.1% probability.
Harry Styles
Rumours that former One Direction singer Harry Styles could be performing at the Super Bowl Half-Time show began to circulate on Twitter in June 2023, much to the delight of fans. Independent American football news account _MLFootball were the first to share the rumour. The account wrote: 'There's been a lot of chatter that multiple-time GRAMMY award winner and former One Direction star Harry Styles will be the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show Performer.'
Despite this, Harry ultimately did not perform at the show last year - so, could he be eyeing up the 2025 show?
Lil Nas X
Could Lil Nas X perform at the next Half-Time show? Talk on the matter began a while back, when the 25-year-old rapper and singer appeared in a Doritos commercial during the 2020 Super Bowl.
Sharing their thoughts on Twitter, one fan said: 'I just know that one day Lil Nas X will perform at the Superbowl Half Time show and that it will be one of the best half time show performances in history. MARK MY WORDS.' (sic)
Fuelling fans' desires, in 2019 Lil Nas X tweeted: 'OLD TOWN ROAD SUPER BOWL 2020!' - so could next year be his time to shine?
Sam Smith
Before the 2024 Super Bowl, Sam Smith fans took to Twitter to express their desire for the 'Unholy' hitmaker to perform.
One excited fan said: 'SAM SMITH for Super Bowl 2024', whilst someone else added: 'I have a feeling Sam Smith will be next years Super Bowl halftime show.' (sic)
Sam has previously taken to Twitter to share their excitement over the Half-Time show performers. In 2013, they said: 'Physically holding my eye-lids open whilst watching the Superbowl. I will NOT miss Beyoncé!!' (sic)
Doja Cat
Having previously appeared in Super Bowl commercials, Doja Cat would be the perfect Half-Time performer! Fans have been very vocal in suggesting she would be the ideal choice. One person took to Twitter and said: 'DOJA CAT FOR THE SUPER BOWL 2024.' (sic)
Although she didn't bag the spot for the 2024 show, many fans have their fingers crossed for next year.
Coldplay
Coldplay performed at the Super Bowl Half-Time show in 2016, with Beyoncé and Bruno Mars joining the band as special guests. Although the NFL doesn't usually bring back past performers, artists such as Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars and Beyoncé have performed more than once.
So could Coldplay perform at the Super Bowl again? It's fair to say the band have been wowing audiences on their 'Music of the Spheres' tour, as they deliver spectacular concerts full of special effects and incredible Xyloband displays - the perfect interlude during a football game!
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