There was controversy about the choice of rap star Bad Bunny to be the Super Bowl halftime entertainer. That pushback has not entirely ceased as the big event draws closer. While that situation swirls, one of those who strongly favors going country for the high-profile gig sometime in the future is Jelly Roll.
Jelly Roll Wants the Super Bowl Halftime Show to Go Country Music, and We Have to Agree
There was pushback when Bad Bunny was picked for the Super Bowl halftime show. Jelly Roll strongly favors going country in the future.
Jelly Roll Wants "a Country-Themed" Super Bowl Halftime Show
Jelly Roll said that,"If the Super Bowl could possibly come to Nashville in the next three to five years, I have a dream that they do a country-music themed halftime show. And maybe perhaps they'll just let me do a little 20- or 30-second thing in it."
He mentioned the singers he envisions taking part.They include superstars of the country music scene like Tim McGraw, Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Lainey Wilson, Kenny Chesney, and Garth Brooks. Jelly Roll then shared, "I would love to see the country legends and some of the new dawgs like Morgan Wallen, [and] HARDY. I'd love to see some of the new guarders come in. Maybe they'd let me come out and do a verse or something."
Bunnie Xo Suggested a Couple More Names
His wife, Bunnie Xo, was with him. She interjected with a couple more prominent names such as Megan Moroney and Ella Langley.
Jelly Roll concluded by saying, "I'd love to see a country-music themed halftime show that just kind of involved the whole community."
Past Super Bowl Halftime Shows Have Featured Many A-List Performers
Performing during the Super Bowl halftime show is a coveted gig that singers must dream about. Millions of viewers tune in throughout the nation and all over the world. Those who have been tapped to take center stage in the midst of the big game have included many top names, per CBS Sports. They represent a wide range of genres and musical styles. Some came from across the pond to join in this splashy American spectacle.
Among them are Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Lady Gaga, Sting, Coldplay, U2, Madonna, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, the Rolling Stones, and Shania Twain.
