: Many critics and fans noted the show heavily appealed to millennials , serving as a "nostalgia trip" through the hits of the late '90s and early 2000s. Key Controversies & Statements
: In addition to being the first all-hip-hop show, it was the first time sign language interpreters ( Sean Forbes and Warren "WaWa" Snipe) were included in the halftime broadcast.
: Executive produced by Roc Nation (Jay-Z), the show was seen as an effort by the NFL to reconcile with the hip-hop community after years of racial tension and controversies surrounding its hiring practices. Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show 2022 Recap | DEHH
: Performed "Lose Yourself" with Anderson .Paak on drums.
: Eminem took a knee after his performance, a gesture widely interpreted as a tribute to Colin Kaepernick's protest against police brutality, despite reported NFL requests not to do so.
: Opened the show with "The Next Episode" and "California Love".
The 2022 Super Bowl LVI Halftime Show, titled , was a historic milestone as the first performance to center entirely around hip-hop and its cultural legacy. Headlined by Dr. Dre , Snoop Dogg , Eminem , Mary J. Blige , and Kendrick Lamar , the show was a high-energy celebration of West Coast rap and its three-decade evolution. It took place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, serving as a "love letter" to the Los Angeles area with sets featuring local landmarks like Tam's Burgers #21 and Eve After Dark. Core Lineup & Surprise Guests
: All artists joined Dr. Dre on stage for "Still D.R.E." to close the show. Cultural Impact & Milestones