The Super Bowl halftime show has become an iconic stage for some of the biggest names in music, but it’s been a while since we’ve seen a country artist take center stage. In the past five years, we’ve seen an array of artists—from Kendrick Lamar to Rihanna, Usher to The Weeknd, and even an ensemble of rappers like Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent and Eminem. But where’s the country music?
As Chris Martz on X pointed out, there’s something undeniably American about good ol’ fashioned country music. He shared a throwback clip from a Super Bowl halftime show 31 years ago featuring none other than Travis Tritt, proving that country music has always been a part of the Super Bowl’s legacy. And honestly, watching Tritt rock that stage, it’s hard to not agree. Country music has a deep-rooted connection to American culture, so why hasn’t it had a bigger presence at the most-watched event of the year?
Country music hasn’t had its own full-fledged halftime show in quite some time. We’re long overdue for a country moment on the biggest stage in sports.
Imagine the powerful presence of artists like Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, or Jason Aldean commanding that massive platform. There’s no denying that country music would bring something special to the Super Bowl stage.
The country music world deserves its moment in the spotlight, and if there’s any time for it to make a return to the halftime show, it’s now. Country artists have the talent, the charisma, and the fanbase to put on a show that would be just as memorable as any pop or hip-hop performance.
So, when will we see country music take center stage again at the Super Bowl? Here’s hoping it’s sooner rather than later.
