Since I can remember, I have always loved the Super Bowl. My love was not just for the football, but for the mini-concert during halftime…and the snacks! Some of my favorite ones have included Rihanna, Shakira and JLo, and Katy Perry. I had high expectations for Usher this year because of how famously popular many of his songs are.
However, I have to say, it did not completely blow me away. Of course, his singing was amazing and he’s an incredible dancer, but I think he could have played a couple of his more well-known songs. If I had my say, I would have definitely found a spot for “DJ Got Us Fallin’ In Love” and “Hey Daddy (Daddy’s Home)”. Maybe that’s just me, but I think those would have been super fun songs to see performed.
On the other hand, his choice of special guests was amazing! Alicia Keys, Jermaine Dupri, H.E.R., will.i.am, Lil Jon, AND Ludacris? Iconic artist after iconic artist. I thought they all had a great opportunity to shine and I was especially impressed by the incredible electric guitar solo performed by H.E.R. I will say though, I did hear rumors that Justin Beiber could possibly make a guest appearance, and although I knew it probably wasn’t true, I was a little disappointed. That would have been so fun!
Usher’s choreography throughout the performance can only be classified as organized chaos, as he incorporated a marching band, acrobats, roller skates, and multiple outfit changes. In comparison to Rihanna’s clean, uniform choreography last year, this was the complete opposite with an overload of performers and colors. However, that made it very visually interesting and exciting to watch. I was glued to the screen for the entire thirteen minutes of the performance.
My favorite part was “Yeah!” at the very end of the performance. The combination of the special guests, the dancing, and the band made it really memorable and a great finale to his show!
All in all, although it was not my favorite halftime performance of all time, I think he did an awesome job. Usher is no doubt an amazing performer!!