Super Bowl LX lineup revealed: Full list of performers and the reactions it sparked
The newly announced performers immediately sparked debate on social media.
Super Bowl halftime shows draw millions of viewers worldwide. Each year, the lineup announcement becomes its own headline. For Super Bowl LX, the confirmed roster of performers brings together artists with very different musical identities and cultural reach. The selections are prompting discussion about the show’s direction and how the NFL continues to shape one of the year’s biggest entertainment stages.
Full Lineup of Super Bowl LX Performers
The Super Bowl LX entertainment lineup is a mix of chart-toppers and genre-spanning performers. Here is the complete list of performers, from pregame to the halftime show.
Pregame Vocal Performances
Charlie Puth will perform the National Anthem, Brandi Carlile will sing “America the Beautiful,” and Coco Jones will perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing” during the Super Bowl LX pregame ceremony. This rounds out a lineup highlighting a range of vocal styles and musical backgrounds.
Opening Ceremony Performer
The Bay Area punk rock legends, Green Day, will open the game with a tribute honoring Super Bowl MVPs as part of the NFL’s 60th anniversary celebration. Frontman Billie Joe stated, “We are super hyped to open Super Bowl 60 right in our backyard! We are honored to welcome the MVPs who’ve shaped the game and open the night for fans all over the world. Let’s have fun! Let’s get loud!”
Halftime Show Headliner
Bad Bunny is confirmed as the headliner for the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show. The Puerto Rican artist will take center stage during one of the most-watched live music performances of the year.
Cultural Contrast: Green Day vs. Bad Bunny
Green Day and Bad Bunny create one of the most culturally striking Super Bowl combinations to take the stage. Green Day represents American punk rock’s rebellious legacy and the late-90s/2000s alternative rock movement. Their hometown connection to the Bay Area adds a nostalgic layer, reinforcing the NFL’s celebration of Super Bowl history.
Bad Bunny represents the modern global rise of Latin music and Spanish-language pop as a dominant force. His halftime signals a shift toward streaming power and international audience reach. This also marks a milestone for Latino representation on one of the world’s largest entertainment stages.
Together, the lineup combines a generational and cultural bridge. Punk rock heritage on one side and global Latin pop innovation on the other. This showcases how the Super Bowl balances American tradition with global music trends.
The reactions
Following the reveal of the pregame and halftime performers, social media has been flooded with mixed thoughts and reactions.
One comment stated, “Did somebody say there’s a football game at a Bad Bunny concert?” Another person posted, “I’m not a Bad Bunny fan, but even I know this Super Bowl show will blow other shows out of the water. There’s a huuuuuge difference between a national star and an INTERNATIONAL STAR, and Bad Bunny is a worldwide household name; this one will be a good one.”
One person predicted, “This will set an all-time high viewer count for the Super Bowl.” Another commented, “I love how Green Day will 100% use the platform to be political.” Even those who don’t normally watch say they’re tuning in. “I don’t normally watch the Super Bowl, but I will be for this!”
President Trump has voiced his thoughts about the upcoming Super Bowl performances, stating, “I’m anti-them. I think it’s a terrible choice. All it does is sow hatred. Terrible.” Bad Bunny and Green Day have both been openly vocal about President Trump since he took office.
Why this matters
Super Bowl halftime and pregame lineups have become more than entertainment bookings. The artists selected often reflect broader shifts in pop culture and the NFL’s priorities around representation and global relevance. These choices highlight which genres are rising and how mainstream music trends are changing.
This matters because the Super Bowl is one of the few events where sports, music, advertising, and cultural influence intersect on a massive global stage. The game and performances are viewed worldwide, which influences trends and public discourse.
This year’s lineup shows how the Super Bowl has become woven into broader cultural conversations, both as a mirror of current tastes and as a signal of where mainstream entertainment may be headed next.
Super Bowl LX airs on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. ET on NBC.
