Backstreet Boys Aim for Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2027: A Nostalgic Pop Explosion
The Backstreet Boys are eyeing a new stage for their next performance: the Super Bowl. AJ McLean, Kevin Richardson, Howie Dorough, Nick Carter, and Brian Littrell are hoping to headline the halftime show at Super Bowl LXI in 2027. McLean has even started an online petition to make it happen, emphasizing that the upcoming Super Bowl will be in Los Angeles, close to home for some of the band members.
Carter envisions a nostalgic pop explosion at the Super Bowl halftime show, with appearances from other '90s and early 2000s stars like Britney Spears, *NSYNC, and 98 Degrees. He believes that the music from that era has a special place in people's hearts and would create a feel-good atmosphere at the event.
Dorough expressed his desire to incorporate some aerial stunts into their performance at the stadium, adding an extra element of excitement to the show. The band's interest in performing at the Super Bowl contrasts with their decision in 2001 to decline the halftime show in favor of singing the national anthem, inspired by Whitney Houston's iconic rendition.
During this year's Super Bowl, the Backstreet Boys appeared in a T-Mobile commercial alongside Druski and MGK, where they sang a version of their hit song "I Want It That Way" to promote the benefits of the cellular service. The band's successful ad spot has fueled their ambition to take the Super Bowl stage in the future, bringing their signature pop sound to the big game.
In conclusion, the Backstreet Boys are eager to bring their iconic music to the Super Bowl halftime show in 2027, aiming to create a nostalgic and entertaining performance that will resonate with fans of their era. With their online petition gaining momentum and their recent commercial success, the band is hopeful that their dream of headlining the Super Bowl halftime show will become a reality.