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Boosie Badazz Slams Usher Over Alicia Keys Super Bowl Embrace

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Boosie Badazz is demanding Usher apologize to Swizz Beatz for the way he embraced Alicia Keys during his Super Bowl Halftime Show performance on Sunday night. Boosie reacted to the viral moment with a post on Instagram after the game.

“@USHER ENOUGH IS ENOUGH BRO‼” Boosie wrote. “U NEED TO APOLOGIZE TO SWISS SHE MARRIED MY N***A I KNOW THAT WASNT PLANNED.” Not all of Boosie’s followers were in agreement with his disappointment. “Swizz Beatz knew what it was when his wife agreed to perform. Usher is a performer,” one commented. Another added: “Y’all so goofy on this app, This was a performance, just like acting. They’re both married and I’m sure both their spouses knew of this hug.”

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Usher Performs During The Super Bowl

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. Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South Marching Band make a special appearance with eight-time Grammy-winning artist Usher during the show. (Photo by William H. Kelly III/Jackson State University via 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 Boosie’s complaint below.

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Keys wasn’t the only guest Usher welcomed to the stage during the set. Ludacris, H.E.R., Will.i.am, and Jermaine Dupri all performed as well. Be on the lookout for further updates on Usher and the Super Bowl on HotNewHipHop.

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Usher Impresses Social Media With Super Bowl Halftime Show

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Usher took his catalogue of hits to the Super Bowl on Sunday night in Las Vegas. His performance featured elaborate choreography, appearances from numerous stars, a roller-skating segment, and more. In turn, the highly-anticipated show generated plenty of responses on social media.

“Usher is singing, dancing, and skating with a live open mic.. Not depending on tracks – but actually singing, dancing, and skating live… Some people can’t comprehend the amount of hard work, dedication, and focus — it takes to achieve this level of excellence,” one user wrote on Twitter. “Do you know the level of skill it takes to steadily hold your position AND hit choreographed movement in sync on roller skates?!” another user posted.

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Usher & Alicia Keys Perform During The Super Bowl

US singer-songwriter Usher (L) and US singer-songwriter Alicia Keys perform during Apple Music halftime show of Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, February 11, 2024. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP) (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

Many of the reactions stemmed from Alicia Keys’ appearance during the show and an intimate embrace Usher shared with the iconic singer. Swizz Beatz, who is married to Keys, addressed the moment 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.” Check out fans’ responses to the Halftime Show below.

Fans React To Usher’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

As for the Super Bowl itself, the Chiefs finished the night as back-to-back champions after coming from behind to defeat the 49ers 25-22 on the final drive of overtime. It’s the team’s third Super Bowl win since drafting Patrick Mahomes. Be on the lookout for further updates on Usher on HotNewHipHop.

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Beyonce Fans Suspect She’ll Join Usher’s Super Bowl Halftime Show, Announce Vegas Residency

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As fans anxiously await Usher’s upcoming Super Bowl Halftime Show, rumors are flying about which special guests he’s invited to join him. Last week, he confirmed that he’ll be bringing out Ludacris and Lil Jon. Of course, they plan to perform their hit, “Yeah.” Alicia Keys was also later confirmed, though it’s unclear whether or not they’ll perform their Confessions classic, “My Boo.”

On Friday, talk even began that Justin Bieber might come out at some point, though they’ve yet to confirm or deny this. Rumors only heated up when the Kardashians landed in Vegas yesterday, accompanied by someone who looked a lot like JB. Reportedly, the “Baby” singer was even spotted roaming around the Wynn at some point today alongside his wife Hailey and Pastor Judah Smith.

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Beyonce & Usher

Beyonce and Usher backstage at ÒWe are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration At The Lincoln MemorialÓ presented exclusively by HBO on Sunday January 18th 2009. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage)

Based on fans’ reactions to that, JB’s appearance would certainly be well received. Yet another artist is now rumored to be joining Usher’s lineup, however, and its none other than the Queen herself, Beyonce. Moreover, the hive is hopeful that the duo will perform their Here I Stand cut, “Love In This Club, Pt. II.” While it’s to be seen whether or not Beyonce will actually perform, it’s not the only exciting moment rumored to be happening during the Super Bowl.

It’s speculated that Bey will announce her own residency in Vegas at the Sphere. Fans suspect that it’ll be announced during Verizon’s Super Bowl commercial. A few days ago, the company dropped a photo of Beyonce’s iconic Renaissance disco horse, Reneigh, prompting rumors. Are you looking forward to Usher’s Super Bowl Halftime show? What about rumors that Beyonce could make an appearance? Do you think she’ll announce a Vegas residency tonight? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Post Malone Admits Super Bowl Performance Makes Him “Very Nervous”

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Post Malone says his upcoming performance at the Super Bowl is “nerve-wracking” and that he is “very nervous” about it. Speaking with Apple Music’s Nadeska Alexis, he discussed what he’s expecting from his performance of “America the Beautiful” at the game.

“I’m excited. It’s just fun and super-epic to be able to go out and sing a song so many beautiful artists have sang before,” he said. “I’m just gonna do my best, just do my best, and give it what I got. My dad told me, ‘You’ll never make everybody happy. So just be yourself and do your best at everything you do.’ Do it your way and do it with love.”

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Post Malone Speaks At A Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show Press Conference

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – FEBRUARY 08: Post Malone speaks onstage during the Super Bowl LVIII Pregame & Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show Press Conference at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center on February 08, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

This year’s Super Bowl will feature the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the San Francisco 49ers. Speaking with Zane Lowe for Apple Music, Malone revealed that, despite being a Cowboys fan, he has a Chiefs tattoo. As for how he ended up with the ink, he lost a bet with Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. “We played beer pong, me, Mahomes and Kelce, and I said, ‘If y’all beat me right now, I will get this KC tattoo with their autographs,’” he shared. “And we had a tattoo artist there for some reason. And then I had to walk away from the table and get it forever on my body.”

Post Malones Discusses The Super Bowl

In addition to Malone’s performance of “America the Beautiful,” Usher will be taking the stage during the iconic Halftime Show. TMZ reports that he’ll be bringing Alicia Keys along with him. Be on the lookout for further updates on Post Malone on HotNewHipHop.

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Justin Bieber Rumored To Land For Usher’s Super Bowl In Vegas With Kardashians

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Super Bowl Sunday is approaching fast this weekend in Las Vegas, and a lot of stars are already there or on the way. Moreover, according to TMZ, it seems like the Kardashians arrived at the city via private jet on Saturday morning (February 10), with Kim, Khloé, and Kendall Jenner walking out of the airplane in bundles. They wore low-profile outfits, but it wasn’t until they reportedly made it to their hotel that people really started getting excited. Out of their van emerged a man with a puffy coat, white beanie, and blue jeans, which many fans theorized could be Justin Bieber, who’s been in heavy rumors as of late about potentially joining Usher as a special musical guest for his Super Bowl halftime show.

Furthermore, this is all still speculative at press time, but it will surely fuel these rumors even more regardless. What’s more is that Justin Bieber is not the only special guest rumored to appear tomorrow for the big game’s mid-way spectacle. Alicia Keys reportedly rehearsed for the big event, so a lot of fans predict that she will surely join Usher onstage. Whether these “surprise” appearances actually manifest, we’re sure it will still be a great show.

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Justin Bieber With Kendall & Kris Jenner In 2014

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Justin Bieber , Kendall Jenner and Kris Jenner attend CR Fashion Book Issue N°5 : Launch Party as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2015 on September 30, 2014 in Paris, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale/Corbis via Getty Images)

In fact, Usher recently spoke of incorporating a roller skating bit from his Vegas residency into his Super Bowl halftime show. “When you think about skating, it’s not just rolling and the music,” he told Access Hollywood. “It’s also to what you wear. It’s how you feel. Somewhere during the pandemic I had this bright idea to just go back to having fun, and that’s what this is. I want to offer the same thing to people who come here to dance, and listen to music, have a few drinks, and just chill out or even get on skates and have a good time. Again, you might fall down but you get back up, but you have fun.”

Meanwhile, we know that Biebs rolling with the Kardashians, if true this time, should be nothing surprising. After all, they have a pretty tight relationship, and they are at about the same level of wild fame. Big names have to stick together, especially for celebrations and events as large as these. With all that in mind, stick around on HNHH for the latest news and updates on Usher, Justin Bieber, and the Kardashians.

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Usher Will Strap On Roller Skates For His Super Bowl Halftime Show

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Usher’s Super Bowl halftime show is right around the corner this weekend -– and yeah, we guess the football game will be cool, too. Jokes aside, a lot of people are very excited for this spectacle, as its build-up and “rollout” involved a brand new album and a lot of interesting promo material and artist link-ups. Not only that, but it seems like the R&B star’s recent Las Vegas residency (where he will perform again for the Super Bowl) will play a pretty large role here. For example, he told Access Hollywood that he would bring back a roller skating sequence from that run of shows.

“When you think about skating, it’s not just rolling and the music,” Usher remarked about the upcoming performance. “It’s also to what you wear. It’s how you feel. Somewhere during the pandemic I had this bright idea to just go back to having fun, and that’s what this is. I want to offer the same thing to people who come here to dance, and listen to music, have a few drinks, and just chill out or even get on skates and have a good time. Again, you might fall down but you get back up, but you have fun.”

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Usher At Super Bowl LVI In 2022

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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 13: Usher attends Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Roc Nation)

In addition, Usher’s history with roller skating is actually pretty well-documented, and manifested in a big way a couple of years ago. Back in 2022, he joined Q-Tip, Meek Mill, and more artists to help open Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace at Rockefeller Center in New York City. The Dallas native performed for its opening night ceremony as a headliner, and is also the company’s brand ambassador. We hope that these artist connections mean that there’s a chance the Super Bowl halftime show will host some special guests.

Meanwhile, these rumors about folks like Alicia Keys coming out with the 45-year-old will probably continue with fervor until we get the show. What are you looking forward to the most about this upcoming performance? Whatever the case, let us know in the comments section down below. Also, stick around on HNHH for more news and the latest updates on Usher.

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Alicia Keys Will Reportedly Join Usher For Super Bowl Halftime Show

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Usher is currently gearing up to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show, and supporters can’t wait to see what he’s come up with. He’s already confirmed that various special guests will be joining him for the eagerly-anticipated show. He’s even teaming up with Ludacris and Lil Jon to perform their 2004 hit, “Yeah!” Now, a source has chatted with TMZ, claiming that they saw Usher rehearsing with none other than Alicia Keys.

For obvious reasons, fans speculate that they’ll perform their Confessions collab “My Boo,” though this is not yet confirmed. It’s also unclear at which point in the show Keys will join Usher, as he’s rumored to have various other special guests lined up. Usher’s set is also 15 minutes long, two more minutes than what’s typically allotted.

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Usher & Alicia Keys Spotted Rehearsing, Source Claims

Singer Usher and musician Alicia Keys perform Usher’s number one song “My Boo” on stage during the 32nd Annual “American Music Awards” at the Shrine Auditorium November 14, 2004 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)

Earlier today, TMZ also reported that a source with inside information told them Usher’s been in talks with Justin Bieber. According to them, Usher reached out to JB to ask him if he was interested in performing during the show. It’s unclear whether or not he plans on it, but the source claimed they communicated directly.

As for Usher, he couldn’t be more excited for the show. He is feeling some pressure to make sure everything goes off without a hitch, however. “It has to be perfect,” he told Vogue last month. “I’ve been doing this for 30 years. I want people who have been a part of that journey to feel like it’s a celebration for everybody, for all of us, from the beginning up until this point.” What do you think of reports that Alicia Keys will join Usher onstage for his Super Bowl Halftime Show performance? Do you hope that they perform “My Boo”? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Usher, Lil Jon & Ludacris To Perform “Yeah!” At The Super Bowl, Justin Bieber Could Also Join

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Fans have been anxiously awaiting Usher’s Super Bowl Halftime Show since it was announced back in September. It’s already been confirmed that his headlining slot will run two minutes longer than usual, or 15 minutes in total. It goes without saying that supporters have been curious about what they can expect to see during the show, and luckily, Usher recently provided them with some exciting new details.

During a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Usher revealed that he’ll be performing a fan-favorite, and the longest-running No. 1 single of 2004, “Yeah!” As if that news wasn’t exciting enough, he also shared that his collaborators, Lil Jon and Ludacris, will be joining him for the performance.

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Usher To Perform With Ludacris & Lil Jon

Usher, Ludacris and Lil’ Jon during Usher’s “Confessions” Album Release Party at Boulevard in New York City, New York, United States. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/WireImage for Safilo USA)

“I would be a fool to not play ‘Yeah!’ let’s just start there,” he explained. “It would be foolish to make it all the way to Las Vegas, Jon is here, Luda’s here and not play ‘Yeah!’” At the time of writing, it’s unconfirmed whether or not they’ll also perform “Lovers & Friends.”

Ludacris and Lil Jon will certainly make the performance all the more explosive. They may not be the only ones joining the R&B icon onstage, however. A source recently chatted with TMZ and revealed that he’s also in talks with Justin Bieber about a possible appearance. Reportedly, the two of them have been in direct contact recently about the performance, though JB’s appearance is just a rumor for now.

Justin Bieber Could Join Usher For Super Bowl Halftime Show

Usher and Justin Bieber perform onstage during Z100’s Jingle Ball 2009 at Madison Square Garden on December 11, 2009 in New York City. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images)

What do you think of Ludacris and Lil Jon joining Usher for his Super Bowl Halftime Show? Are you looking forward to seeing them perform “Yeah!”? What about Usher reportedly reaching out to Justin Bieber to see if he’s interested in performing? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Usher Intends To Honor Black Artists With Super Bowl Halftime Show

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Usher says he’s planning to pay tribute to iconic Black artists of the past with his Super Bowl Halftime Show performance. He discussed his plans for the show with Good Morning America for an interview on Friday.

“I think about what our country has kind of represented for Black artists,” Usher said. “You know, having to at some point go through kitchens to even be able to perform for an audience, but they had to leave back through that same door, fear for their lives as they went to the next state to do the same thing. So I’m coming through the front door with this one.”

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Usher Attends Super Bowl LVI

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 13: Usher attends Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Roc Nation)

“I didn’t start where I am now, and I didn’t get there by myself,” he said. “So, everybody that has been a part of it, I’m carrying them with me. All of my fans, my loved ones, the people who may have felt like they have been forgotten, they haven’t. I’m carrying you right with me when I walk on that stage that night.” As for what else to expect from the show, he previously told Extra that fans can expect some high-profile guests to join him onstage. “I’ve also collaborated with a lot of people in the process, so… there’s a celebration there. … I just gave it all to you. You gotta decode it,” he said. In addition to the performance, Usher will be releasing a new album titled Coming Home. Check out Usher’s full conversation about the Super Bowl below.

Usher Discusses Plans For The Super Bowl

The Super Bowl will feature the Kansas City Chiefs in their fourth appearance since the 2019 season taking on the San Francisco 49ers. The two teams previously squared off in the championship that same year. The Chiefs won the matchup 31-20. Be on the lookout for further updates on Usher and the Super Bowl on HotNewHipHop.

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Usher Calls Rihanna A “Queen” In Response To Her Praise

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During a recent interview with E! News, Rihanna was asked what kind of advice she could offer Usher for his upcoming Super Bowl Halftime Show. According to her, however, there are no tips she can offer the R&B icon that he doesn’t already know. Her complimentary response prompted an equally kind comment from Usher, who dubbed RiRi a “queen.”

“Hell no, I can’t give Usher no advice,” she told the outlet earlier this week. “Usher is a natural, he’s a legend, he’s been doing this since he’s a teenager. He is made for that show.” He shared a Tweet in response to the compliment. “Real recognize real,” he wrote. “Thank U Queen @rihanna.”

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Usher Says “Real Recognize Real”

During an interview with CBS Mornings in September, he discussed the honor of being selected to perform at the event. “Thirty years ago I made a commitment to offer my best. And here 30 years later now, it’s being rewarded with one of the most prestigious performances and stages anybody could ever play on,” he explained. “This is a moment that I’ve waited my entire life for and I am not coming to disappoint. This is going to be a celebration.“

While the artist surely has a lot to look forward to, he also recently celebrated the finale of his Vegas residency. He reflected on his career in a Tweet, which featured a clip of him discussing his goals with Trevor Nelson in 2004. “You know what, because I am such a theatrical artist, I would love to be in a space– If I did decide to go to Las Vegas, it would be the most phenomenal thing you’ve ever seen in your life,” he says in the clip. “I saw it then…look at me now,” he captioned it. What do you think of Usher’s response to Rihanna’s claim that she has no advice for his Super Bowl Halftime Show? What about him calling her a queen? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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