Usher’s halftime performance at the 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas may have caused singing, dancing, sweating, gyrating, and possible relationship issues.
The incredible musician, who arrived at the Super Bowl while seemingly wearing a blanket, had a tough act to follow after a delightful performance from Rihanna last season.
But we are talking about Usher, who took over Las Vegas long before he was tasked with performing at the Super Bowl. Remember, there is a reason why GQ called him the new king of Vegas.
This was a fantastic all-around performance from Usher, who kept the energy high at Allegiant Stadium after an uneventful first half between the 49ers and the Chiefs.
Although it was teased by Ludacris and Lil Jon, the performance did not begin with “Yeah!” (which came later in the show) but instead with a “My Way” and “Caught Up” medley.
He uniquely began the show, performing not on a stage but directly on the football field. The singer also brought out the marching band from Jackson State and then the always fabulous Alicia Keys, who wore a beautiful cape and joined him for a duet.
As predicted by our own Meghan L. Hall, other guest stars who joined Usher on the stage included Jermaine Dupri, H.E.R. (who played guitar on roller skates), Will.I.Am, Lil Jon (who is a longtime fan of the 49ers) and Ludacris.
(Despite rumors he would join, there is also a very good reason why Justin Bieber did not guest.)
Highlights of the performance included Usher wearing one glove like Michael Jackson and briefly going shirtless before roller skating on the stage himself.
Usher managed to fit 16 songs (and so many hits) into the length of the halftime show. Will this go down as one of the best halftime shows of all time?
If you thought so, now that his Super Bowl performance is completed, Usher is going on tour and is potentially bringing the magic to a city near you.
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