Rapper Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl half-time show in February. The event takes place near Los Angeles.
The NFL recently announced that rapper Jay-Z will perform at the Super Bowl half-time show. This major event will take place this coming February.
Also, Jay-Z has worked closely with the league for several years. His company, Roc Nation, has produced the half-time show since 2019.
Next, the star helps select other performers for the big game each year. However, he has never performed on this stage himself until now.
Meanwhile, the league did not state if he will be the only performer. Many fans hope his wife, Beyoncé, will join him as a guest.
After that, the NFL confirmed the location for the game. Super Bowl LXI will happen on February 14 near Los Angeles.
Still, the announcement followed two recent concerts by the rapper. He performed these shows at the same stadium last weekend.
As a result, these shows honored his first album. He is celebrating thirty years since he released Reasonable Doubt.
Finally, Jay-Z expressed his excitement about this new milestone. He called the opportunity a dream come true for his career.
Furthermore, Roger Goodell praised the choice of performer. The NFL commissioner looks forward to the artist's unique style and cultural impact.
Now, the league finally gets its wish. Goodell previously asked the rapper to perform whenever the timing felt right to him.