The Super Bowl halftime show is one of the most anticipated events of the year. Every year, millions of viewers tune in to watch the biggest names in music take the stage and put on an unforgettable show. But which performances stand out as the best of all time? In this podcast discussion, we’ll be counting down the top 10 best Super Bowl halftime show performances and discussing what made them so great.
First up at number 10 is Prince’s performance at Super Bowl XLI in 2007. Prince’s set included classics like “Purple Rain” and “Let’s Go Crazy” and was punctuated by a spectacular guitar solo. His performance was a perfect blend of rock, funk, and soul that had the entire stadium rocking.
At number 9 is Beyonce’s performance at Super Bowl XLVII in 2013. Beyonce’s set included hits like “Crazy in Love” and “Single Ladies” and featured a powerful dance routine from her all-female band. Her performance was a perfect example of her ability to captivate an audience and bring them to their feet.
Number 8 is Michael Jackson’s performance at Super Bowl XXVII in 1993. Michael Jackson’s set included classics like “Billie Jean” and “Black or White” and featured a spectacular dance routine from his backup dancers. His performance was a perfect example of his ability to captivate an audience and bring them to their feet.
Number 7 is U2’s performance at Super Bowl XXXVI in 2002. U2’s set included hits like “Beautiful Day” and “Where the Streets Have No Name” and featured a powerful tribute to the victims of 9/11. Their performance was a perfect blend of rock, pop, and soul that had the entire stadium singing along.
Number 6 is Madonna’s performance at Super Bowl XLVI in 2012. Madonna’s set included hits like “Vogue” and “Like a Prayer” and featured a spectacular dance routine from her backup dancers. Her performance was a perfect example of her ability to captivate an audience and bring them to their feet.
Number 5 is Bruce Springsteen’s performance at Super Bowl XLIII in 2009. Bruce Springsteen’s set included classics like “Born to Run” and “Glory Days” and featured a powerful tribute to the armed forces. His performance was a perfect blend of rock, folk, and soul that had the entire stadium singing along.
Number 4 is Katy Perry’s performance at Super Bowl XLIX in 2015. Katy Perry’s set included hits like “Firework” and “Roar” and featured a spectacular dance routine from her backup dancers. Her performance was a perfect example of her ability to captivate an audience and bring them to their feet.
Number 3 is Coldplay’s performance at Super Bowl 50 in 2016. Coldplay’s set included hits like “Viva La Vida” and “Paradise” and featured a spectacular light show that had the entire stadium mesmerized. Their performance was a perfect blend of rock, pop, and soul that had the entire stadium singing along.
Number 2 is Lady Gaga’s performance at Super Bowl LI in 2017. Lady Gaga’s set included hits like “Bad Romance” and “Born This Way” and featured a spectacular aerial stunt that had the entire stadium on their feet. Her performance was a perfect example of her ability to captivate an audience and bring them to their feet.
Finally, at number 1 is Justin Timberlake’s performance at Super Bowl LII in 2018. Justin Timberlake’s set included hits like “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” and “Rock Your Body” and featured a spectacular light show that had the entire stadium mesmerized. His performance was a perfect blend of pop, rock, and soul that had the entire stadium singing along.
So there you have it – the top 10 best Super Bowl halftime show performances of all time! From Prince to Lady Gaga, these performances have truly stood the test of time as some of the greatest halftime shows ever put on.