Jay-Z confirmed to headline Super Bowl LXI halftime show in February
Rapper Jay-Z has been announced as the headliner for the Super Bowl LXI halftime show on 14 February at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
NFL and Roc Nation partnership details
The NFL, Apple Music and Jay-Z's company Roc Nation made the joint announcement on Monday night. This marks seven years since the entertainment companies began their partnership to produce the league's presentations. The agreement originally included a request that Jay-Z perform on stage whenever he felt ready.
Artist statement on career milestone
Jay-Z described the selection as a journey from his debut album Reasonable Doubt to the world's biggest stage. He noted that thirty years of music and culture will be showcased during the event. The rapper called this opportunity a dream come true for his career.
Historical context for performer
The 56-year-old artist is the first hip-hop act to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. His wife Beyonce holds the record for the most nominations with eighty-nine, while he has twenty-five wins. Previous headliners at the venue include Michael Jackson and Rihanna.
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