Super Bowl 60 transformed into something more than just a championship game—it became a full-blown concert event.
From punk rock legends dropping f-bombs to heartfelt patriotic performances, the pre-game festivities at Levi’s Stadium delivered moments that had fans talking before kickoff even happened.
And with Bad Bunny’s halftime show still to come, the night promised even more unforgettable entertainment.
Here’s everything that went down during one of the most star-studded Super Bowls in recent memory.
Green Day Brings Bay Area Edge to Super Bowl Stage
San Francisco Bay Area punk-pop veterans Green Day took over the pre-game stage with a performance that honored both Super Bowl history and their rebellious roots.
The band performed a snippet of their iconic song “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” as former Super Bowl MVPs walked onto the field. Local legends Steve Young, Joe Montana, and Jerry Rice were among those celebrated during the tribute to 60 years of Super Bowl championships.
Then things got loud.
Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, and Tre Cool launched into harder hits including “Holiday,” “Boulevard of Broken Dreams,” and “American Idiot.” Armstrong didn’t hold back on the lyrics either—he sang the uncensored f-word in “American Idiot,” which NBC muted on the telecast but drew massive cheers inside Levi’s Stadium.
Nothing says hometown advantage quite like a punk band keeping it real.
Charlie Puth and Brandi Carlile Deliver Powerful Patriotic Moments
Charlie Puth brought soul and sweep to “The Star-Spangled Banner,” standing at a Rhodes electric piano while backed by a choir and horn section.
The 34-year-old New Jersey native made his delivery feel deliberate and emotional, completing the anthem in 1 minute and 56 seconds—slightly faster than the Super Bowl average.
Before Puth’s anthem, Brandi Carlile gave an earnest, stripped-down acoustic performance of “America, the Beautiful.” The 44-year-old folk and country rocker wore a black suit and was backed only by violin and cello on the field.
Carlile told the Associated Press earlier in the week that she wouldn’t use any prerecorded tracks.
The people deserve to have you live.
After finishing her performance, Carlile—who hails from Ravensdale, Washington, about 30 miles outside Seattle—shared her excitement with reporters.
Relieved, and so excited for the Seahawks baby let’s go!
Coco Jones Opens Ceremonies with “Lift Every Voice and Sing”
Coco Jones kicked off Super Bowl 60’s performances with a stirring rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” often called the unofficial Black national anthem.
The 28-year-old singer-songwriter and actor from Columbia, South Carolina wore a white gown and was backed by a string octet during her performance.
Immediately after singing, Jones spoke with the Associated Press about the significance of the moment.
I feel really amazing, I hope that I did my ancestors proud, and I hope that I inspired the nation to come together.
Jones FaceTimed with her mom on the sideline right after performing, while her fiancé—Cleveland Cavaliers player Donovan Mitchell—held the phone.
Written by James Weldon Johnson, “Lift Every Voice and Sing” has been performed at every Super Bowl since 2021, following the first Super Bowl after protests surrounding George Floyd’s killing brought Black Lives Matter sentiment and the song into special prominence.
Celebrity Sightings Everywhere You Look
Super Bowl 60 brought out Hollywood’s A-list in full force.
Chris Pratt showed his team loyalty by rocking a Seahawks jersey and delivering a rousing introduction before Seattle ran onto the field. On the opposite side, Jon Bon Jovi handled intro duties for the Patriots.
Stars including Travis Scott and Jay-Z were spotted on the sidelines before kickoff. Jay-Z’s daughters, Blue Ivy and Rumi Carter, even leaped in one of the end zones to snap a photo—a moment that quickly made rounds on social media.
Suite-level celebrities included Justin Bieber, Hailey Bieber, and Adam Sandler, all watching from premium seats as the action unfolded below.
Bad Bunny’s Big Halftime Moment
All eyes turned to halftime, where Bad Bunny prepared to distill a decade-long career into just 13 minutes of performance.
The 31-year-old Puerto Rican superstar entered Super Bowl 60 riding massive momentum. Just one week earlier, he won the Grammy for album of the year for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” a love letter to his native Puerto Rico that became 2025’s most-streamed release.
His halftime show represented more than just entertainment—it marked a landmark moment for Latino culture on one of the world’s biggest stages.
Earlier in the week, Bad Bunny told reporters that fans didn’t need to learn Spanish to enjoy his set.
But they should definitely be prepared to dance.
Bay Area Rapper LaRussell Curates House Band
During game breaks, Bay Area rapper LaRussell made history as the first artist chosen to curate the Super Bowl house band.
LaRussell jammed alongside a choir, performing everything from his own song “I’m From the Bay” to a rendition of Too $hort’s classic “Blow the Whistle,” along with gospel melodies that kept energy high during downtime.
Meanwhile, commercial breaks brought surprises of their own—including an unexpected first look at “The Adventures of Cliff Booth,” a Netflix sequel to Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood” featuring Brad Pitt reprising his stuntman character, this time directed by David Fincher.
Super Bowl 60 proved that when it comes to entertainment, football is just part of the show.