Who Should Sing the National Anthem at Super Bowl LX?
Bad Bunny will headline the Apple Music Halftime Show for Super Bowl LX, but the national anthem slot remains wide open — here are the artists we’d love to hear at Levi’s Stadium on Feb. 8, 2026.
Bad Bunny has been announced as the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime performer for 2026, yet several marquee musical moments are still unfilled — chief among them the national anthem before kickoff.
Over the last decade the anthem has become a showcase in its own right. Memorable renditions include Lady Gaga’s stirring performance in 2016 at the same California venue and Chris Stapleton’s soulful turn in 2023 in Glendale, Ariz. The brief but high-profile slot has highlighted artists from across genres, turning a single song into a moment fans remember.
Past anthem singers have ranged from country (Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Mickey Guyton, Reba McEntire, Chris Stapleton) to pop (Lady Gaga, Pink, Demi Lovato), from R&B (Gladys Knight, Jazmine Sullivan) to jazz-influenced performances (Jon Batiste). That variety underlines how flexible the anthem can be—some performers honor tradition, others reimagine it.
There are many A-list artists who haven’t yet taken that stage. Below you’ll find contenders we think would make the anthem memorable — cast your vote in the poll and read why each artist would be a great fit.
Vote in our poll: Who should sing the national anthem at Super Bowl LX?
Featured Candidates
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Mariah Carey
It’s been more than two decades since Carey performed the anthem at the Super Bowl (2002). Her vocal command and iconic status make her a compelling revival choice.
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Sabrina Carpenter
Fresh off critical attention and successful tours, Carpenter’s clear, dynamic voice and pop sensibility would translate well to a national-stage performance.
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Billie Eilish
Eilish’s understated, atmospheric approach could offer a modern, emotionally resonant take on the anthem.
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Post Malone
After his memorable rendition of “America the Beautiful” at the 2024 Super Bowl, Post Malone has shown he can bring sincerity and wide appeal to big-game moments.
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Olivia Rodrigo
Rodrigo’s pop-punk edge and expressive delivery could inject youthful energy into the anthem without losing reverence for the moment.
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Chappell Roan
Roan’s powerful vocals and theatrical presence would make for a memorable, attention-grabbing performance.
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Luke Combs
Combs’ commanding country voice and stadium-ready charisma seem tailor-made for a big, traditional anthem interpretation.
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Lainey Wilson
Wilson’s authentic country timbre and energetic delivery would bring warmth and grit to the national anthem.
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Ariana Grande
Grande’s exceptional range and vocal control would offer a technically flawless and emotionally affecting rendition.
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Cynthia Erivo
With a Broadway-honed voice and dramatic intensity, Erivo could elevate the anthem into a showstopping, cinematic moment.
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Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo
A duet pairing Grande’s agility and Erivo’s theatrical power could create a nuanced, collaborative interpretation that honors both tradition and spectacle.
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SZA
Although SZA appeared during a recent halftime show, she deserves the singular spotlight: her soulful phrasing could make the anthem intimate and contemporary.
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HUNTR/X
The vocalists behind the K-pop-inflected hit “Golden” — EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami — would bring a fresh, genre-blending sound and global appeal to the pregame.
Super Bowl LX is scheduled for February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Who would you want to hear before kickoff? Cast your vote in the poll above.
