What unfolded on the field wasn't just a song, but a reminder of history, presence, and purpose, delivered with grace and undeniable power. Just before the biggest game of the year kicked into full gear, Coco Jones created a moment so powerful it felt like time slowed down. What started as a ceremonial performance quickly turned into one of the most talked-about highlights of Super Bowl 2026. A Pregame Moment That Felt Bigger than Football Introduced by a resounding voice-over, Jones owned the field and let the first notes of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" bloom softly into the stadium. The performance unfolded with intention, reverence, and a quiet confidence that demanded attention. Accompanied by an all-Black group of violinists and cellists, the music began with a brief instrumental that set a deeply emotional tone. As the camera slowly panned out, it landed on Jones, who stood poised, centered, and ready. Then she sang... Every Note Carried History, and the Internet F...
Bad Bunny may have just delivered one of the most memorable Super Bowl halftime shows in recent memory, but he won’t be walking away with a sack of money one could argue he deserves. That’s because Super Bowl halftime performers, irrespective of how big a name they are, don’t get paid for what is essentially a stadium show. Any experienced artist will tell you of the old “exposure” trick, wherein someone wanting them to play has offered them the chance to get “great exposure”, instead of paying them money for their time and skill. Usually it’s seen as being nothing short of a con – and not a subtle one – but in this instance, since the Super Bowl draws the eyes of millions and the attention of much of the world, I suppose there’s an argument to be made that “exposure” really is a thing. As originally reported by NME, NFL covers all production and travel costs for whichever artist is performing the Super Bowl’s halftime show. This means that while Bad Bunny won’t necessarily be ri...