Super Bowl LVIII: Fans dub the halftime show 'underwhelming' as Usher takes the stage
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA: R&B singer Usher served as the headliner for the Super Bowl LVIII and tried his best to entertain the viewers.
On Sunday, February 11, 2024, the 'Yeah!' crooner performed on the big stage during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show and his act featured intricate choreography and various callbacks to his iconic discography.
In addition to this, Usher was also joined by many famous faces during his Super Bowl Halftime performance.
However, social media users have expressed their disappointment with regard to the Super Bowl Halftime show, deeming it unsatisfactory or lackluster.
An X user said, "This #HalftimeShow is underwhelming…"
Another user added, "That halftime show was um…underwhelming…was no one at rehearsals or sound check??"
That halftime show was um…underwhelming…was no one at rehearsals or sound check??#SuperBowl #HalftimeShow
— Ace🇳🇬 (@Ace_2o) February 12, 2024
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Followed by a user who penned, "Am I the only one finding this half-time show to be very underwhelming?"
Am I the only one finding this half-time show to be very underwhelming? #SuperBowl #Halftime
— Kelly Melanson 🇨🇦🇺🇦 (@kellymela) February 12, 2024
A user chimed in, "Underwhelming ain’t even the word for this Usher performance! "
Underwhelming ain’t even the word for this Usher performance! #SuperBowl
— Rants (@rantsnbants) February 12, 2024
One person said, "If we’re being honest usher’s performance was hella underwhelming. i rushed home from the gym for THAT???"
if we’re being honest usher’s performance was hella underwhelming. i rushed home from the gym for THAT??? 😤 #Superbowl #SuperBowl2024 #SuperBowlLVIII pic.twitter.com/DQuqwb7cSz
— showsero (@euphoric_prince) February 12, 2024
Who joined Usher during Super Bowl halftime show?
Usher started his performance with the popular song 'Caught Up,' wearing all-white and incorporating acrobats and Las Vegas-style showmanship to impress the audience.
Alicia Keys performed her songs 'Superstar' and 'Love in This Club' before being joined on stage by the leading man. She then sang her single 'If I Ain't Got You' while playing a custom piano, and they performed their iconic hit 'My Boo' together.
The duo recreated their chemistry from 2004 when the singer featured in a popular song. Keys wore a red outfit by Dolce & Gabbana during her short appearance on the stage. They sang the chorus together while walking the runway, with the audience joining in.
Jermaine Dupri made a surprise appearance and introduced Usher, who performed 'Confessions' and 'Burn.' H.E.R. also joined in and played a guitar solo to Usher's song 'Bad Girl,' and will.i.am joined them on stage to perform 'OMG,' exciting the crowd.
Usher had a nostalgic moment as he was joined by Lil John, Ludacris, and Jermaine Dupri to close his 15-minute show with their hit song 'Yeah!' The group, known for their collaborations, wore matching blue outfits and paid tribute to their hometown of Atlanta, Georgia.
How much do Super Bowl halftime performers get paid?
Despite the immense excitement and buzz that surrounds the Super Bowl, it is worth noting that entertainers do not receive their usual compensation for their performances at this prestigious event.
In fact, according to USA Today, these artists are only remunerated based on the union scale.
That amount is significantly lower than the substantial six- and seven-figure incomes they typically command, as per Forbes.
It has been reported that, the league “covers all costs associated with the show and does pay the halftime performers’ union scale".
