The Super Bowl LIX will be, as usual, a party, an eagerly awaited event that never disappoints, both on the gridiron and in everything that revolves around the game and in general the week before, from the arrival of the players, press conferences, Media Day, etc., and of course in terms of entertainment.
Kendrick Lamar and an anticipated Half Time Show
The NFL announced its full entertainment offering for the upcoming Super Bowl LIX, which will take place at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans this Sunday, February 9, 2025, thus completing the announcement of the headliner for the Halftime Show, an honor that this time went to rapper Kendrick Lamar.
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Who could join Kendrick Lamar at the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show?
Kendrick Lamar has officially announced that SZA will join him for the Apple Music Super BowlLIX Halftime Show in New Orleans. While other stars that are rumored to join him are, Baby Keem (his cousin and frequent collaborator), and Dr. Dre or Snoop Dogg, with whom he shared the stage at Super Bowl LVI.
Recent artists from the hip-hop scene, such as Tyler, the Creator or Roddy Ricch, who have worked with him at other recent events, could also appear
Who is performing the national anthem at the Super Bowl 2025?
The rest of the protagonists will be stars who will highlight the music of this area of the United States, New Orleans, with artists very close to Louisiana and its art, life and customs. And as a sample, Jon Batiste, a New Orleans native and Grammy and Oscar winner, will perform the national anthem in the pre-game ceremony, where he will be supported by Stephanie Nogueras in sign language.
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In the pregame show, New Orleans musician and producer Trombone Shorty and Grammy winner Lauren Daigle will delight the audience with their rendition of “America the Beautiful.” Another Grammy winner, Ledisi, also a native of New Orleans, will sing “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
Seth Dudowsky, NFL head of music, said at a press conference about his offer for the eagerly awaited event: “The Super Bowl is a rare moment to bring fans together from around the world, and this year’s artists will bring the energy, soul and vibrant sounds of the region to a global stage, as we kick off Super Bowl LIX with a celebration to remember.”
What have been the best National Anthem performances?
It’s impossible to discuss Super Bowl anthems without immediately thinking of Whitney Houston. Performed during the Gulf War, her rendition was both powerful and unifying. Dressed in a white tracksuit, Houston delivered a flawless, soulful performance that many still consider the greatest national anthem ever sung at the Super Bowl.