Jay-Z is heading to the Super Bowl halftime stage. The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced that the music mogul will headline the Super Bowl LXI Apple Music Halftime Show on February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
The announcement marks a major moment for the Brooklyn-born rapper, who has helped shape the halftime show as Roc Nation’s live-music entertainment partner with the NFL since 2019. Now, he’ll take center stage himself.
When is the Super Bowl LXI halftime show?
Super Bowl LXI is scheduled for Sunday, February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium. Jay-Z’s selection brings his decades-long influence on hip-hop and popular culture to one of the biggest entertainment stages in the world. The NFL says the game will air on ESPN and ABC.
Watch Apple Music’s official announcement
The announcement plays on the “GOAT” idea — a nod to the phrase “greatest of all time.” Watch the official Apple Music announcement video on X, or visit the NFL’s Super Bowl halftime show page for official updates.
Jay-Z has not yet announced whether special guests will join him. With the show still months away, fans will be watching for more details about the set list, production and possible surprise appearances.
What to know
- Performer: Jay-Z
- Event: Super Bowl LXI Apple Music Halftime Show
- Date: February 14, 2027
- Location: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California
- Announced by: The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation
The NA Times will update this story as more official details are announced.