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Super Bowl 2024 Highlights: Taylor Swift, Beyoncé & Usher as Top Protagonists

One of the most important nights in sports and entertainment left us with unforgettable moments

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The Kansas City Chiefs won this year’s Super Bowl, and millions of viewers worldwide witnessed Taylor Swift celebrating by kissing her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, in one of the most anticipated moments of the day. Now, many will say that she has been the team’s great talisman this season.

However, it wasn’t the only highlight of the night. Beyoncé captivated everyone by starring in one of the coveted Super Bowl commercials, where she announced the release of her new album, the eighth in her career, succeeding Renaissance from 2022. She instantly dropped two new songs from the album, making it clear that it’s a tribute to country music.

 

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But neither of them was the musical star of the day; that role was reserved for Usher, who was somewhat overshadowed by these two icons. During halftime, he took over Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas for his thirteen-minute performance.

He started seated on a sofa in the middle of the field that simulated a diamond and appeared entirely dressed in white courtesy of Dolce & Gabbana. Silver gloves and a style of dancing that inevitably brought Michael Jackson to mind. This is not the first time they have been compared.

Usher performs during Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images

The artist from the 2000s, who left many hits and has recently succeeded with his residency in Las Vegas, kicked off with «Caught Up,» one of his hits from «Confessions» in 2004. And thus began a journey through his three decades of hits with songs like «U Don’t Have to Call,» «Superstar,» or «Love In This Club.» Surrounded by dancers, at times, it seemed like a Cirque du Soleil performance.

Guests

His first guest was Alicia Keys with her piano. Dressed in an impressive red jumpsuit with diamond inlays, she performed «My Boo» and gave the show an R&B flair.

Usher performs with Alicia Keys during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images

Jermaine Dupri was next on the list, performing «Confessions, Pt. I,» while Oscar winner H.E.R. joined the celebration with impressive electric guitar solos in «U Got It Bad» and «Bad Girl.» By that point, Usher had already taken off his shirt, revealing his muscular torso to everyone.

Usher and H.E.R. perform onstage during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ezra Shaw/Getty Images

Then he changed into roller skates and showed that dancing is not a challenge even on wheels. By the way, Michael Jackson’s presence continued when we heard the intro of «Can You Feel It» by The Jacksons.

Lil Jon and Ludacris then paraded on stage. He closed with two of his classics: «OMG» and «Yeah.»

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – FEBRUARY 11: (L-R) Ludacris, Usher, and Lil Jon perform onstage during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

With all of them, he concluded a show where it’s unclear whether he sang or danced better. What is clear is that not everyone liked it. A show like this has a significant impact and receives millions of comments. Much of the Spanish-speaking audience did not understand the show. Usher had his moment in the early 2000s, and he gained global significance, although in the United States, he has always been revered, as seen in the success of his recent residency in Las Vegas.

 

 

 

However, the North American audience understands this artist better, who has gifted them with many years of music that they have identified with in their various stages. Justin Bieber, a great friend with whom he has collaborated before, was there enjoying his show, and he wasn’t the only one. Many were delighted with the performance, making it clear that Usher is an artist of extremes.