In anticipation of his headline performance at the upcoming Super Bowl half-time show, Grammy-winning artist Usher has committed to a rigorous health regimen, bidding farewell to sugar and alcohol. The ‘Yeah!’ singer aims to deliver an unforgettable performance during the NFL’s pinnacle game next month and is leaving no stone unturned in his preparations.
According to insider information shared with the Sunday Mirror newspaper’s No Filter column, Usher has embraced a lifestyle overhaul to ensure he is in peak physical condition for the high-profile event. The source revealed, “The Super Bowl has always been on Usher’s bucket list, and he wants to be in the best shape to give the performance of his life to the 100 million-plus people watching. He has quit all sugar and alcohol and is rehearsing endlessly.”
Having previously graced the Super Bowl stage in 2011 alongside the Black Eyed Peas, Usher expressed his anticipation for this headline opportunity during an interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music 1. He shared, “I think being able to see performances from artists like Michael [Jackson], you know, eventually Prince, and then even more modern-day artists… I was like, ‘Man, at some point I need to get a call with what’s going on now.'”
Expressing gratitude for the opportunity, Usher acknowledged his inclusion in a select group of legacy artists from his genre. He added, “And I’m really happy that Jay-Z and also Roc Nation really put thought into making certain that they could bring to the world this kind of experience. It is definitely going to be a moment to remember.”
In a unique twist, the 45-year-old singer has enlisted the talents of his 14-year-old son, Naviyd, who will serve as his “musical director” for the highly anticipated show at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium on February 11. Speaking on ‘Today With Hoda and Jenna,’ Usher shared, “The greatest list I received is actually from my son, Naviyd. He is my musical director. He has given me a curation of how much time in addition to the songs.” As Usher fine-tunes his performance alongside his son’s guidance, fans can eagerly await a memorable spectacle at this year’s Super Bowl half-time show.
