Mickey Guyton sang “The Star Spangled Banner” to commence the 2022 Super Bowl tonight. Joining her were 10 backup singers decked out in white outfits. Just before, Jhené Aiko took to the field to sing “America the Beautiful” while accompanied by harpist Gracie Sprout. Watch Guyton’s performance happen below.
Tonight’s halftime show features a joint performance from hip-hop giants Kendrick Lamar, Dr. Dre, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, and Snoop Dogg. Jay-Z’s Roc Nation co-produced the telecast. Prior to kickoff, Mary Mary did a rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” alongside Yola. Zedd DJ’d the pre-game show.
Guyton is nominated for Best Country Solo Performance, Best Country Song, and Best Country Album at the 2022 Grammy Awards. If she wins, she’ll become the first Black solo female artist to win a Grammy country award.
