Charlie Puth applauded a Fox News commentator who criticized the NFL for its choice to have the singer perform “The Star-Spangled Banner” at this year’s Super Bowl.
After it was announced on Sunday, Nov. 30, that Puth, 33, would open the big game with the US National Anthem in February, Link Laurena political pundit, took to social media to express his dismay at the decision.
“Man, we’ve been down since Whitney Houston sang at the Super Bowl,” Lauren lamented X on Monday, December 1. “Charlie Puth? I’m afraid he won’t give us voices.”
Puth reposted Lauren’s review, adding comments of his own.
“I will never claim to be as good a singer as Whitney Houston never was,” she said he wrote on the platform. “But I assure you that we are preparing a very special arrangement, in D major. It will be one of my best vocal performances.”
Responding to Puth, Lauren tempered her negative tone, writing: “I can’t wait. I wish you nothing but success, but I miss our big belt divas like Whitney. What an era. Make sure they know it’s D major and not B minor. Cheers Char!”
Puth’s confidence in the face of criticism is earned. The New Jersey-born singer has been nominated for three Grammy Awards, including song of the year, in 2016 for “See You Again,” his collaboration with Wiz Khalifa. His other hit songs include “Attention” and “We Don’t Talk Anymore.” He also produced and wrote “Stay” for Justin Bieber i The boy Laroi.
In addition to Puth’s announcement, Roc Nation, the NFL’s music partner, also revealed Brandi Carlile i Coco Jones will perform before Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Carlile, 44, will sing “America the Beautiful,” while Jones, 27, will take the mic for “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
Norm Hall/Getty Images Rachel Platten enjoyed some positive vibes after her recent rendition of the national anthem received mixed reviews. Platten, 43, performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” before the NFL Wild Card playoff game between the Los Angeles Rams and Minnesota Vikings on Monday, January 13. The moment was undeniably moving, given that the party had (…)
“Charlie, Brandi and Coco are generational talents and we are honored to have them, along with our extraordinary deaf performers, on the world stage at Super Bowl LX,” said the Roc Nation CEO. Desiree Perez he said in a statement on Sunday. “This moment embodies the best of culture, live performance and our country, perfectly kicking off game day.”
Puth marked the achievement via Instagram the same day, sharing a funny video of himself, in football coach mode, explaining the vocal technique needed to take on the national anthem.
“I can’t believe I’m saying this … I’m going to perform the national anthem at Super Bowl LX,” he said. captioned the clipin which he asks, “Did you know that one of the most beautiful pieces of music is also one of the most difficult to sing?”
Puth’s fans went wild in the comments section, with one follower referencing a Taylor Swift lyric. Department of Tortured Poets album
Getty Images (3) The United States national anthem is considered, within the singing community, to be one of the most difficult songs to perform. Some celebrities have certifiably slayed their live renditions of the tune, while others have missed the mark. In July 2024, country star Ingrid Andress went viral for her unique rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” which (…)
“WE DECLARE CHARLIE PUTH MUST BE A GREATER ARTIST 👏,” they wrote.
Bad Bunny was named the headliner of the halftime show in September. While the decision to celebrate the Puerto Rican hitmaker drew complaints from some conservative politicians and public figures, Bad Bunny’s supporters have spoken out in his defense.
“He is one of the leading and most popular artists in the world,” the NFL commissioner said Roger Goodell he told reporters in an October press conference. “That’s what we’re trying to achieve. It’s an important stage for us. It’s an important element to the entertainment value, and it’s carefully thought out.”