Rihanna let her son play a role in making big decisions in her career!
The pop culture icon broke the hearts of millions around the world with his seemingly eternal absence from music. While focusing on building her multi-billion dollar beauty and fashion empire, the Barbadian songstress has us breathlessly waiting for a new album.
Luckily, the global phenomenon blessed his eager fans with 13 minutes of awesomeness at the Super Bowl halftime show. If you’re wondering why the actress is making her much-anticipated comeback at the sporting event, all credit goes to her 9-month-old baby.
Rihanna Explains Why She Headlined This Year’s Super Bowl Halftime Show
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When the “Umbrella” artist was announced as the performer for Super Bowl LVII’s halftime show, the world turned upside down. The groundbreaking musician’s collaboration with the NFL marks the 34-year-old’s return to the stage for the first time since 2018.
No one expected the entertainer to agree to headline the event after turning down previous opportunities. Ahead of her history-making moment, the pop star opened up about her decision to land the coveted part in a new cover story for British Vogue.
Recalling how the opportunity fell into her lap, the Barbadian beauty explained that she was hesitant to accept the offer, given her history with the NFL. The “Where Have You Been” singer first turned down the organization’s invitation to perform in 2018 after Colin Kaepernick’s protest.
The former San Francisco 49ers quarterback knelt during the American national anthem at the 2016 game. The athlete’s actions were against racial injustice and police brutality, a horrific act protesters like Kaepernick believe the national anthem and the American flag represent.
While the Milwaukee native’s courage inspired other players and many outside the NFL to follow in his footsteps, the impact has significantly affected his career. Following this decision, Rihanna supported Kaepernick by refusing to perform at the Super Bowl.
Of her decision, she told US Vogue in 2019: “I can’t sell. There are things in that organization that I do not agree with at all, and I will not go and serve them in any way.”
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So why the sudden change of heart? The 9-time Grammy winner admitted that the NFL still has a lot of changes to make before it can be redeemed in his eyes. However, the founder of Savage x Fenty wants to join the list of influential headliners who represent the “urban community”.
“It’s great to break down those doors and have representation at a high, high and consistent level,” explained the mother of one, citing the phenomenal performance by Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J Blige, and Kendrick Lamar in 2022.
“Two Super Bowls in a row! You know, representing urban society globally. It is powerful. It sends a very strong message,” continued the philanthropist. However, his most notable influence is his son with A$AP Rocky.
According to a living legend, “raising a young black man is one of life’s most daunting responsibilities.” Motherhood changed her perspective on life and the kind of legacy she would leave for her children. In his words:
“You’re like, ‘What am I leaving my kids with? Is this the planet they will live on? All those things really started to hit differently.”
Also, motherhood gives her the strength to overcome any challenge, including the Super Bowl. The owner of the Billboard chart admitted that she was very happy to give birth. Knowing that her body could nurture and give birth to a cute human made her feel like “nothing is impossible.”
“It’s almost like an out-of-body experience,” Rihanna said, “I haven’t been on stage in seven years. Seven years! From zero to the Super Bowl? That’s mental.”
Believe Foundation Patron Super Bowl Performance Breaks Ratings History
Although the Super Bowl is the most popular television event in the United States, Michael Jackson’s Video Vanguard Award tribute medley at halftime brought the show’s ratings to an all-time high.
When Rihanna took the stage in a fiery red ensemble on Sunday night, she drew an average of 118.7 million viewers. These numbers show that the Barbadian songstress drew more people to watch her performance than the Super Bowl LVII playoffs.
Although the play received its highest audience in six years, it seems that the performers owe a debt of gratitude to the 34-year-old’s epic return to the stage. The game brought 113 million viewers, which is 5.7 million less than the number of the “Diamonds” singer.
The significant ratings made this year’s Super Bowl the third most important TV program in history, while Rihanna’s performance was the most watched halftime show. The entertainer beat Katy Perry’s 2015 record of 114.4 million viewers with her impressive total.
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