The 10 best Super Bowl halftime shows ever, ranked

The time for the 2023 Super Bowl has passed. Still, for some people, tonight’s football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles is meaningless compared to the halftime show. There’s an argument to be made that the Super Bowl halftime show is the most prestigious performance in all of music. For 15 minutes, millions of people around the world watch the Super Bowl halftime spectacle.

Since it is a high-profile gig, halftime is reserved for only the biggest stars of music and entertainment. Michael Jackson, The Rolling Stones, The Weekend, Sir Paul McCartney, Carol Channing (yes, really), U2 and Beyoncé are some of the famous artists who will perform at the Super Bowl. At Super Bowl LVII, Rihanna added her name to the list of memorable Super Bowl halftime performers.

In honor of Rihanna’s spectacular performance, here are the 10 best Super Bowl halftime shows of all time.

10. Jessica Simpson, Janet Jackson, P. Diddy, Nelly, Kid Rock, i Justin Timberlake — Super Bowl XXXVIII

SUPER BOWL 38 (XXXVIII) 2004 HALF TIME FULL – JANET JACKSON, JESSICA SIMPSON, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE

Unfortunately, the wardrobe malfunction is what people will remember Super Bowl XXVIII for. However, the performances were very good. An eclectic group of pop stars, rock stars and rappers performed a medley of hits that satisfied millennials around the world.

Unfortunately, Janet Jackson was unfairly left to deal with the backlash after Justin Timberlake exposed her chest. However, Jackson was the best performer on stage that night, highlighted by her performance all for you.

Set list: The Way You Move, All for You, Bad Boy for Life, Diddy to the tune of Mickey, Hot in Herre, Mo Money Mo Problems, Bawitdaba, Cowboy, Rhythm Nation, Rock Your Body

9. Katy Perry — Super Bowl XLIX

The most exaggerated performance of all time belongs to Katy Perry. However, her excess was not an obstacle, but rather a strength. Perry rode a giant mechanical tiger for roar and soared through the sky on a shooting star for Fireworks. Perry used the guests to her advantage, bringing out Lenny Kravitz for I kissed a girl and Missy Elliot for Get Ur Freak On and Work It.

However, Perry’s pop-centric performance will undoubtedly be remembered for the lefty sea foam, which became the Hall of Fame’s first meme with its animated dance moves.

Set list: Roar, Dark Horse, I Kissed a Girl, Teenage Dream, California Gurls, Get Ur Freak On, Work It, Lose Control, Fireworks

8. Rihanna — Super Bowl LVII

Rihanna’s FULL Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show

It’s been four long years since Rihanna performed live, let alone released an album. Thus, her halftime performance was already viewed with more anticipation and some skepticism than most. Can the increasingly reclusive singer, who seems more interested in running her billion-dollar cosmetics company Fenty than making music, succeed?

She did not disappoint. Revealing her pregnancy right out of the gate, RiRi put on one of the most tightly choreographed and conceptual halftime shows in history. Although she didn’t fly through the air or run around the stadium like other performances, she didn’t need to. Armed with a brigade of backup dancers in puffy pants and jackets and floating platforms straight out of the Super Smash Brothers video game, Rihanna dazzled and reminded everyone why she is a music superstar. The Diamonds’ top game, with the stadium illuminated by fans’ mobile phone flashlights, was a superb half-time show full of memorable moments.

Set list: Bitch Better Have My Money, Where Have You Been, Only Girl (In The World), We Found Love, Rude Bow, Woke, Wild Thoughts, Pour It Up, All of The Lights, Run This Town, Umbrella, Diamonds

7. Lady Gaga — Super Bowl LI

Lady Gaga – Pepsi Zero Sugar Super Bowl LI Halftime Show

When a jump from the roof of a stadium doesn’t even make the top five for memorable performance moments, you know it’s a special moment. Lady Gaga showed the world why she is one of the best pop stars of her generation in her stunning 13-minute halftime performance.

Gaga used the entire stadium and highlighted the spectacle in her performance. From the aforementioned jump to the non-stop pyrotechnics and complex choreography, Gaga was the ultimate showwoman. Plus it helps to have hits like An expressionless face, Born this wayand Just dance Available.

Set list: God Bless America/This Land Is Your Land, Poker Face, Born This Way, Telephone, Just Dance, Million Reasons, Bad Romance

6. Beyoncé — Super Bowl XLVII

Beyoncé – Super Bowl 2013 Halftime Show HD 1080p

There would be no top 10 list without Beyoncé. The Grammy GOAT took the world by storm during her 13-minute performance. From Start the world to Love at the top to Crazy in Love, Beyoncé’s performance was a perfect mix of crowd-pleasing anthems that all fans could appreciate.

Like the great performer that she is, Beyoncé saved her best for last. “Queen Bey” invited Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams on stage for a Destiny’s Child reunion. Watching the talented group sing together once again was worth the price of admission.

Set list: Run the World (Girls) (Intro), Love On Top, Crazy in Love, End of Time, Baby Boy, Bootylicious, Independent Women Part I, Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It), Halo

5. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band — Super Bowl XLIII

Bruce Springsteen – Superbowl Halftime Show HD 2009 XLIII NFL

One of the best live performers of the last 50 years is Bruce Springsteen and his E Street Band. The New Jersey legend is known for playing less than three hours each concert. His energy is contagious and the whole world got a taste of “The Boss” at Super Bowl XLIII.

Once Springsteen told fans to “get off the guacamole sauce,” he brought life to living rooms across the country. Springsteen performed legendary classics such as Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out and born to run proving why he remains one of the best live performers around.

Set list: Tenth Avenue Freeze-Out, Born to Run, Working on a Dream, Glory Days

4. dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, i Kendrick Lamar — Super Bowl LVI

Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J Blige & Kendrick Lamar FULL Pepsi Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show

At Super Bowl LVI, California knew how to party. It was a dedication to hip-hop in Los Angeles when Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar took the stage at halftime. Snoop and Dre opened the show with Next episode and California love. A family affair, Alrightand Lose yourself performed by Blige, Lamar and Eminem.

Anderson .Paak and 50 Cent made surprise appearances, the latter performing In the club while temporarily suspended upside down. The ensemble ended things with a bang, gathering for Still DRE on top of a stage designed as a house.

Set list: Next episode, California Love, In da Club, Family Affair, No More Drama, MAAD City, Alright, Forgot About Dre, Lose Yourself, I Ain’t Mad at Cha, Still DRE

3. Michael Jackson — Super Bowl XXVII

Michael Jackson – Super Bowl XXVII 1993 Halftime Show (Remastered Performance)

The “King of Pop” has always been at the top of this list. In 1993, there was no bigger star on Earth than Michael Jackson. Jackson’s appearance elevated the halftime show, and A-list stars began performing at the event in subsequent years.

At the Rose Bowl, Jackson played hits like Billie Jean and Black or white. The highlight of the performance occurred when the children’s choir joined the singer in the performance Heal the world to benefit Jackson’s Heal the World Foundation.

Set list: Jam, Billie Jean, Black or White, We Are the World, Heal the World

2. U2 — Super Bowl XXXVI

U2 at XXXVI Superbowl 2002 Full Halftime

Five months after one of the country’s worst tragedies, U2 paid tribute to the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The Irish band opened with one of their signature songs, Nice daybut the ending is why this performance is considered one of the best of all time.

During the last two songs, a huge backdrop featured the names of the victims of the 9/11 attacks. It is truly one of the most beautiful moments you will ever witness for a country struggling to heal.

Set list: A beautiful day, MLK, Where the streets have no names

1. Prince — Super Bowl XLI

Prince performs “Purple Rain” during a downpour | Super Bowl XLI Halftime Show | NFL

There was never any debate as to who would be first on this list. Prince gave the best Super Bowl halftime performance of all time. In Miami, “The Artist Formerly Known As” dazzled the crowd in the pouring rain in true Prince style.

From his magnetic stage presence to his insane guitar solos, Prince had the crowd in the palm of his hand. After the covers All next to the Watchtower and The best of youPrince ended his epic performance with a rousing performance Purple rain. It doesn’t get any better than Prince.

Set list: We Will Rock You (Introduction), Let’s Go Crazy, Baby I’m a Star, Proud Mary, 1999, All Along the Watchtower, Best of You, Purple Rain

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