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Usher stole the show at the 2024 Super Bowl!
The Grammy-winning artist brought some of his biggest hits to Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas to break up the action at the NFL championship game. While the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers players regrouped at halftime, Usher took the field to perform with surprise guests Alicia Keys, Ludacris and Lil Jon, among others.
See all the spectacular photos from Usher's career-spanning Super Bowl halftime performance.
All Eyes Watching
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Usher put on a memorable show for thousands in the stands, from the fans to some of the biggest names in sports, music and beyond. Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Gwen Stefani, JAY-Z and more watched the extended mid-game performance.
Diving into the Songbook
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The R&B icon moved through the best of his discography, from "Caught Up" and "Confessions" to "Yeah!" and "OMG."
Fierce Feature
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Alicia Keys appeared by the stage at a piano, glittering in a red corseted ensemble. She sang a soulful rendition of her own song "If I Ain’t Got You" before stepping on stage.
Up Close & Personal
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The talented duo duetted Usher's song "My Boo" as they sweetly swayed together.
Naked Talent
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Part way through his medley performance, Usher stripped off his shirt to sing his 2001 hit "U Got It Bad."
With H.E.R.
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He was joined on stage by H.E.R. who jammed on an electric guitar behind her signature sunglasses.
Risky Duo
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The singers recently collaborated on their song "Risk It All" from The Color Purple soundtrack.
On a Roll
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Backup dancers swarmed the stage beside the "Yeah" singer, breaking out into an impressive choreographed number on rollerskates.
Big Energy
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After Usher crooned to his solo songs like "Burn," he invited more friends and former collaborators to hype up the crowd. Lil Jon bounced with the crowd to "Turn Down for What" until he and Usher moved on to "Yeah."
Bringing Out the Best
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Ludacris, Usher, Lil Jon, Jermaine Dupri and will.i.am helped Usher finish out the medley with a bang.