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Usher Shares Behind The Scenes Documentary On Making Of Super Bowl Halftime Show

February 20, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Fans are still talking about Usher’s performance during the Super Bowl earlier this month. He stepped into one of the biggest stages in all of music and unpacked some of the biggest hits of his illustrious career. He also brought numerous high-profile guests along with him including Lil Jon and Ludacris for their hit “Yeah!” and Alicia Keys which resulted in a viral moment of intimacy. But for fans wanting a peak at how the elaborate spectacle came together, a new documentary hit YouTube showing of how the Halftime show was assembled.

The new 10-minute documentary comes from Apple, who sponsored the massive show. The footage is all shot on iPhone and gets fans up close and personal with both the show itself and some of the rehearsals that led up to it. The documentary dropped earlier this week and has already racked up more than 4 million views as fans try and relive the electric performance. Check out the impressive behind-the-scenes footage and watch this year’s Halftime show from a brand new angle below.

Usher And Apple Drop Super Bowl Documentary

Despite the halftime show crystalizing his image as one of the biggest superstars in all of music, Usher still lamented a decades old snub in a recent interview. He explained that he still feels slighted by his landmark album Confessions failing to win the Album of The Year Grammy. It was part of a stacked category that included Kanye West’s landmark debut The College Dropout, Green Day’s punk-rock epic American Idiot, and Alicia Keys’ The Diary Of Alicia Keys. All of those albums ended up losing to Genius Loves Company, the posthumously released final album from Ray Charles.

One person who wasn’t at the Super Bowl that fans were expecting was Justin Bieber. In another recent interview Usher explained how his appearance fell through but promised that the pair have something else coming soon. What do you think of Usher giving fans a peek at how his Super Bowl Halftime show came together? Where do you think his Halftime show ranks among the best of all time? Let us know in the comment section below.

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Usher Developing TV Series Inspired By His Music

February 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Usher is developing a television series inspired by his music and is partnering with Universal Content Productions to do so. According to a new report from Variety, the series will focus on “Black love in Atlanta and individuals looking to find a place to call home.” Additionally, it will tackle “music, style, sex, romance, and secrets that threaten to tear relationships apart.”

“My 30-year catalog has resonated with so many people no matter where they were in their lives,” Usher said in a statement. “I’m happy to be working with UCP to bring the music to life. I hope the series resonates with you the way my music continues to.” Selwyn Seyfu Hinds, Katie Zucker, and Kenny Meiselas will serve as executive producers.

Usher Speaks At Black Music & Entertainment Walk Of Fame

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 14: Usher speaks during the Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame ceremony honoring Usher at Black Music and Entertainment Walk of Fame on February 14, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Joi Stokes/WireImage)

News of the television show comes after his performance at the Super Bowl Halftime Show on Sunday. It secured the second-highest TV audience in U.S. history behind the 1969 moon landing with 123 million viewers. The performance featured many of his biggest hits including “My Boo,” “Caught Up,” “U Don’t Have to Call,” “Superstar,” “Love in this Club,” and more. He also welcomed several guests such as Alicia Keys, H.E.R., and Ludacris, among others.

In addition to his TV plans, Usher will be embarking on Past Present Future tour, later this year. He’ll be bringing his music to Miami, New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago as well as several more cities across the United States. Be on the lookout for further updates on Usher on HotNewHipHop.

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Usher Gets Huge Streaming Jump On Spotify After Super Bowl Halftime Show

February 14, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Usher’s music is getting a huge boost on streaming services following his performance at the Super Bowl Halftime Show, last Sunday. HipHopDX reports a 550 percent increase in his Spotify streams while four songs in particular moved up 1000 percent. “Caught Up” got the biggest boost with a 2000 percent jump in streams. His Super Bowl Halftime set was the second-highest TV audience in U.S. history behind the 1969 moon landing with 123 million viewers.

On stage he performed many of his biggest hits including “My Boo,” “Caught Up,” “U Don’t Have to Call,” “Superstar,” “Love in this Club,” and more. He also welcomed several guests such as Alicia Keys, H.E.R., and Ludacris, among others.

Usher Performs At Super Bowl Halftime Show

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – FEBRUARY 11: Usher performs onstage during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ryan Kang/Getty Images)

One of the many headline-grabbing moments from the show came when Usher embraced Alicia Keys on stage. Many viewers felt it inappropriate, considering she’s married to Swizz Beatz. Swizz, however, didn’t seem to have an issue with the move and chalked it up to showmanship on Instagram afterward. “Y’all talking about the wrong damn thing !!! y’all don’t see that amazing dress covering the entire stadium,” Swizz wrote. “Tonight’s performance was nothing but amazing with 2 amazing Giants! Congrats @usher and my love @aliciakeys that song is a classic. We don’t do negative vibes on this side we make history. Go see GIANTS at @brooklynmuseum it’s open until July blessings.”

In addition to the Halftime Show, Usher dropped a new album titled Coming Home. Outside of music, Usher has also been winning in his personal life. After his performance at the Super Bowl, he and his partner, Jennifer Goicoechea, rushed off to get married. He shared pictures from the wedding ceremony on Instagram later in the week. Be on the lookout for further updates on Usher on HotNewHipHop.

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Justin Bieber Did Not Perform At Super Bowl LVIII With USHER, Here’s Why

February 13, 2024 by newhiphopnews

The Super Bowl Halftime Show always produces some interesting story angles every year. In just two days since the performance, fans already have so much to say about it. In fact, fans are already trying/hoping to get certain artists to hit centerfield when the game heads to New Orleans, Louisiana in 2025. Of course, Super Bowl LVIII’s (58) headlining act was Texas-born R&B legend USHER. The show was widely praised due to its impressive choreography, singing, and overall energy. Another reason why it was widely loved could be attributed to the guest acts. Lil’ Jon, Ludacris, H.E.R., and Alicia Keys were just a few who joined USHER. However, one person who was missing in action was Justin Bieber.

The Canadian pop superstar was a highly-anticipated Super Bowl performer. He and USHER have a handful of tracks together as well. Bieber recruited his mentor for “Somebody to Love” and its remix, “First Dance,” and “Peaches (Remix).” So, why did we not get to see some nostalgic songs be put on display for the millions of people watching?

There Are No Hard Feelings Between Bieber & USHER

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Well, it was as simple as Justin saying “he wasn’t feeling it.” That comes from The Neighborhood Talk and sources close to Page Six. However, there is no ill will whatsoever. In fact, Biebs went on IG to congratulate his pal for show will he sat in the stands watching it all unfold, according to Uproxx. “LOVE YOU MY BROTHER. NOONE CAN SING AND DANCE THE WAY YOU DO. LOVE YOU FROM THE DEPTHS OF MY HEART. BROUGHT THE ‘A’ TO THE WORLD, ONLY YOU BABYYYYYY ” It is also worth mentioning Bieber did have health complications not too long ago. But, it is good to see the brotherly love.

What are your thoughts on Justin Bieber’s reason for not performing with USHER at Super Bowl LVIII? Do you think he will get the chance to do it at some point in his career again? Would he have been the best guest performer during the Halftime Show? We would like to hear what you have to say, so be sure to tell us in the comments below. Additionally, keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Justin Bieber, USHER, and Super Bowl LVIII. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the worlds of music and sports.

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Alicia Keys Mishap Edited Out Of Super Bowl Halftime Show’s YouTube

February 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Alicia Keys was one of Usher’s many special guests during his Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday (February 11), and it didn’t bring about the universal praise most folks probably expected from this link-up. Moreover, a lot of folks on social media noticed how she missed a note while starting her rendition of “If I Ain’t Got You.” Even though it was just a note, it was enough for folks to make memes about it and criticize the singer online. This became even more common once folks noticed that the NFL apparently tried to edit it out of their YouTube upload of the show.

As such, fans are now taking to social media to debate whether this is that serious, or if Alicia Keys deserves the criticism. There is such a thing as tough love, but the good intentions behind a lot of that fall flat when filtered through social media. Regardless, there are definitely other things that people are talking about a lot more this week concerning this special team-up at the Super Bowl. For example, Swizz Beatz reacted to his wife Alicia Keys and Usher’s embrace at the event, which some people thought was a little too close for comfort.

Fans Notice Alicia Keys’ Missed Note At The Super Bowl

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“Y’all talking about the wrong damn thing !!!” the legendary producer wrote on Instagram about Alicia Keys and Usher. “Y’all don’t see that amazing dress covering the entire stadium. Tonight’s performance was nothing but amazing with 2 amazing Giants ! Congrats @usher and my love @aliciakeys that song is a classic. We don’t do negative vibes on this side we make history. Go see GIANTS at @brooklynmuseum it’s open until July blessings.”

However, others like Boosie Badazz had a different take. “@USHER ENOUGH IS ENOUGH BRO” he passionately shared on Instagram, a take that some followers disagreed with. “U NEED TO APOLOGIZE TO SWISS SHE MARRIED MY N***A I KNOW THAT WASNT PLANNED.” For more news and the latest updates on Alica Keys, stay logged into HNHH.

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JAY-Z Clip Reacting To Beyonce & Sean Paul Goes Viral As Usher Dances With Alicia Keys At The Super Bowl

February 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

A video of JAY-Z appearing distraught in response to Beyonce dancing with Sean Paul has gone viral on social media after Usher’s Super Bowl Halftime Show performance with Alicia Keys. Following their intimate rendition of “My Boo,” fans online have been joking about how Swizz Beatz must’ve felt during the set.

Among those to react to the moment was Boosie Badazz who demanded Usher apologize to Swizz Beatz. “@USHER ENOUGH IS ENOUGH BRO” Boosie wrote on Twitter. “U NEED TO APOLOGIZE TO SWISS SHE MARRIED MY N***A I KNOW THAT WASNT PLANNED.”

Usher & Alicia Keys Embrace During Super Bowl

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – FEBRUARY 11: Usher performs with Alicia Keys during the Apple Music halftime show at the NFL Super Bowl 58 football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Swizz Beatz spoke out in response to the backlash on Instagram after the game, defending Usher and his wife. “Y’all talking about the wrong damn thing !!! y’all don’t see that amazing dress covering the entire stadium,” Swizz wrote. “Tonight’s performance was nothing but amazing with 2 amazing Giants ! Congrats @usher and my love @aliciakeys that song is a classic. We don’t do negative vibes on this side we make history. Go see GIANTS at @brooklynmuseum it’s open until July blessings.” Check out the clip of JAY-Z watching Beyonce and Sean Paul below. The two collaborated on the 2003 hit song, “Baby Boy.”

JAY-Z & Beyonce Meme Resurfaces

Swizz Beatz watching Alicia Keys and Usher in his booth pic.twitter.com/mtHClX5ItL

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As for the game itself, the Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 after a clutch overtime touchdown from Patrick Mahomes. It’s the third time the team has won the Super Bowl since drafting the star quarterback. Be on the lookout for further updates on Usher and his Super Bowl Halftime Show on HotNewHipHop.

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Boosie Badazz Fantasizes About R. Kelly Performing At Super Bowl Halftime Show

February 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Boosie Badazz says an R. Kelly performance at the Super Bowl would have been “amazing” had he not been arrested on a litany of sex crimes. Citing some of his most iconic songs, Boosie ran through what a setlist from the disgraced singer would look like in a post on Twitter, Sunday night.

“IF RKELLY WOULDNT HAVE GOT N TROUBLE HIS SONGS WOULD BE AMAZING AT A SUPERBOWL HALFTIME SHOW I CAN HEAR THAT VOICE NOW ‘I BELIEVE I CAN FLY’ ‘STEP N THE NAME OF LOVE’ ‘I WISH I WISH I WISH’ ‘THE WORLDS GREATEST’ ‘FIESTA FIESTA’ ‘WHEN A WOMAN LOVES’ then ‘SAME GIRL’ N BRING USHER out OMG #letskeepitreal.”

Usher Performs With Alicia Keys

His idea for R. Kelly isn’t the only comment Boosie made on Usher’s Halftime Show. He also demanded an apology from the singer to Swizz Beatz for the way he embraced Alicia Keys on stage. Swizz Beatz addressed the backlash to the performance on Instagram afterward. “Y’all talking about the wrong damn thing !!! y’all don’t see that amazing dress covering the entire stadium,” Swizz wrote. “Tonight’s performance was nothing but amazing with 2 amazing Giants ! Congrats @usher and my love @aliciakeys that song is a classic. We don’t do negative vibes on this side we make history. Go see GIANTS at @brooklynmuseum it’s open until July blessings.”

Boosie Badazz Discusses An R. Kelly Super Bowl Show

IF RKELLY WOULDNT HAVE GOT N TROUBLE HIS SONGS WOULD BE AMAZING AT A SUPERBOWL HALFTIME SHOW I CAN HEAR THAT VOICE NOW “ I BELIEVE I CAN FLY “ “STEP N THE NAME OF LOVE” “I WISH I WISH I WISH “ “THE WORLDS GREATEST” “FIESTA FIESTA “ “WHEN A WOMAN LOVES “ then SAME GIRL” N BRING…

— Boosie BadAzz (@BOOSIEOFFICIAL) February 12, 2024

Usher also brought out Ludacris, H.E.R., Will.i.am, and Jermaine Dupri during his headlining set. Be on the lookout for further updates on Boosie Badazz on HotNewHipHop.

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Cardi B Voices Support For Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce In Super Bowl

February 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Cardi B revealed that she was rooting for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce ahead of the Super Bowl on Sunday. She discussed the couple in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter ahead of kickoff. She also spoke about her excitement for Usher’s Halftime Show performance and hinted at wanting to take the stage sometime in the future.

“I think it’s cute,” Cardi said of Swift dating Travis Kelce as well as the media coverage around their relationship. “She looks so happy. I feel like she’s really private with her relationships, so I really feel like she likes him a lot because she’s like, ‘I don’t give a f—. I’m going to kiss him. I’m going to touch him. I’m going to kiss him! Yeah, I’m here. Yeah, I’m taking a jet to see my man.’” The Chiefs ended up beating the 49ers 25-22 in overtime.

Cardi B Attends Paris Fashion Week

TOPSHOT – US rapper Cardi B poses ahead of the show by Fendi for the Women’s Haute-Couture Fall/Winter 2023/2024 Fashion Week in Paris on July 6, 2023. (Photo by Alain JOCARD / AFP) (Photo by ALAIN JOCARD/AFP via Getty Images)

As for Usher’s set, Cardi said: “I’m not going to say [it’s way overdue] because everything is always on great timing. He came right on time and I’m so excited. He has come back stronger than ever and boom. My choreographer has worked with Usher before and he said that he is very strict [and] takes his routine seriously, and that’s why I feel like his shows are so amazing.” She also added that she’d be interested in performing at the Super Bowl in the future. Elsewhere in the interview, Cardi discussed the current state of hip-hop, sharing a positive outlook on the direction the genre is heading.

Cardi B Speaks With The Hollywood Reporter

Cardi starred in a commercial for NYX Professional Makeup during the game. Be on the lookout for further updates on Cardi B on HotNewHipHop.

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Usher Has Tameka Foster’s Support, Ex-Wife Hits Up Super Bowl Halftime Show

February 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Usher’s Super Bowl halftime show was a treat to witness last night (February 11), and a lot of people showed out for it. Whether it was other celebrities or legions of fans, it seemed like everyone had something great to say about the spectacle. Not only that, but it seems like folks from his past also showed up to support him, including his ex-wife Tameka Foster. She posted a video of herself at the event on her social media, and an Instagram Story clip even seemingly shows her with another partner there. As such, it was a pretty wholesome and heartening thing to witness, as we’d much rather see supportive divorces than toxic relationships.

Furthermore, Usher and Tameka Foster were married from 2007 to 2009, and a lot of ink’s been spilled on their fling from both parties and even spectators. They had a lot of ups and downs, including cheating claims and other issues, but it seems like they’re in a better place right now. Also, enough time has passed to make their relationship easier to digest in hindsight, so a lot of that discussion wasn’t as toxic as it could’ve been at the split’s inception. Not even romantic baggage can contain one’s excitement from a show from such an amazing performer.

Tameka Foster Parties At Her Ex-Husband Usher’s Super Bowl Halftime Show: Watch

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However, this wasn’t the only rift that Usher seemed to heal up with this Super Bowl halftime show. Chris Brown recently gave him his props for the extravaganza with a fire emoji on his Instagram Story. For those unaware, the two were involved in an alleged brawl during Breezy’s 34th birthday party lat year. While that situation never really cleared up in terms of what actually happened, seems like all that’s water under the bridge if it was actually true.

Meanwhile, as for Mr. Raymond and Tameka Foster, her previous infidelity claims seem to have settled. Hopefully the two can continue to find ways to come together and celebrate each other on their individual journeys. After all, it’s what fans want to see from their favs, and the standard they should hold them to. For more news and the latest updates on Usher, stay posted on HNHH.

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Chris Brown Puts Alleged Usher Beef To Rest, Praises Super Bowl Halftime Show

February 12, 2024 by newhiphopnews

If you remember some of the wildest gossip from 2023, you may recall an alleged brawl that went down between Chris Brown and Usher at the former’s 34th birthday party. Moreover, this allegedly stemmed from the latter trying to calm Brown down after disrespecting Teyana Taylor, although the actual details are quite muddy. Afterwards, Breezy performed at the Dallas native’s Lovers & Friends festival as planned, so it seems like things weren’t that serious or true to begin with. Now, we have another piece of evidence that gives credence to that idea. It’s in the form of a simple fire emoji that the “Beautiful People” singer posted on his Instagram Story, tagging the Confessions legend in it.

Of course, this is likely in reference to Usher’s Super Bowl halftime show last night (Sunday, February 11). While it wasn’t an absolutely uncontested hit in many’s eyes, the public consensus seems to be a pretty enthusiastic thumbs-up. Yet this reopens the conversation about alleged beef with Chris Brown, even though it’s been almost a year since their supposed altercation. We know that the two still hold a lot of respect for each other as artists and performers, so maybe this was all just a big misunderstanding.

Chris Brown Gives Usher His Props

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“You’re a legend, we love you, we’re going to continue lifting you up, man,” Usher told Chris Brown during his Las Vegas residency in late 2022. With that in mind, it stands to reason that whatever issue the two had during that birthday party was just momentary. But as two R&B stars with a similar skillset and slightly separate generations, one can’t deny that there’s a competitive aspect to their bond, too. Looks like that’ll just be an artistic one, and that there’s no reason to tussle over it.

In fact, back when Verzuz was a more prominent series, both fans and the artists themselves debated on who would win between them. Maybe we’ll see that showdown one day, and it would definitely be a win-win scenario for fans. Who are you putting money on? Let us know in the comments section down below. With that in mind, stay logged into HNHH for the latest news and updates on Usher and Chris Brown.

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