This year's Super Bowl was more than just an exciting football game, with a series of great performances and commercials that caught everyone's attention. However, one of those messages had people arguing.
When Beyoncé announced the second part of her long-awaited Renaissance album in a Verizon commercial, there were questions about whether she stole the show during Kid Arthur's halftime performance. Let's take a look at how this topic has sparked controversy.
Beyoncé's Super Bowl performance sparked a storm of controversy, with fans defending her against accusations that she stole Usher's halftime performance by releasing a new album during the Super Bowl, according to British media on February 13. Some believe Beyoncé's sudden announcement overshadows Usher's performance, while others believe both should be celebrated. The topic has sparked a heated discussion on social media.
It is reported that after Beyoncé watched the Super Bowl game in Las Vegas with her husband Jay-Z and daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi, she posted a video on Instagram hinting at the "second part", which was shortly after the Verizon commercial aired. The 42-year-old singer then released two songs, Texas Hold'em and 16 Cars, a poker game named after her hometown.
Some critics said Beyoncé left Usher's performance covered by the release of two new songs and the announcement of a second act after Usher's halftime performance. They think it's unfair because Usher's performance itself is already outstanding. They accused Beyoncé of showing off and trying to shift the focus away from other performances to herself.
However, many fans retorted that both Beyoncé and Usher deserve praise and attention. They see Beyoncé's new album release as a momentous moment, and her success doesn't detract from Usher's performance achievements. These fans believe that people should talk about two music superstars at the same time, after all, they have both achieved great success in their genres and have a profound influence on both cultures.
It is worth mentioning that last December, Beyoncé released a new single, "My Home", to commemorate the "open weekend" of the Renaissance touring film, which follows the musical superstar in the footsteps of his 39 world tours. The British media believes that "Renaissance: Beyoncé's Journey" is a box office hit, following Taylor Swift's "Journey to the Times" movie, which was a success.
Finally, the controversy at the Super Bowl also showcased Beyoncé's unique position in the music industry. Her every move is in the spotlight, both musically and commercially. Her Super Bowl commercials and the release of her new album once again proved her reach as a global music icon. Even at important sporting events, she is able to get attention and discussion.