15 Artists Who Could Absolutely Own The 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Stage

Super Bowl halftime shows have a unique way of capturing global attention for about 15 minutes. Over 100 million viewers tune in each year, making it the biggest musical stage in the world.

No Grammy performance, world tour, or music festival rivals the spectacle and visibility of the halftime show. When February 14, 2027 arrives and SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California lights up, everyone will be asking the same question: who will take center stage?

The NFL has not revealed the official performer, but excitement is already reaching a fever pitch. Fans are casting votes, music blogs are speculating, and several artists are hinting at interest behind the scenes.

This year promises fierce competition and unforgettable performances. These 15 acts have the charisma, talent, and stage presence to dominate the halftime spotlight and create a moment fans will talk about long after the confetti settles.

1. Taylor Swift

Few moments in pop history could top a Taylor Swift halftime performance, and honestly, the numbers back it up. Her Eras Tour became one of the highest-grossing concert tours ever recorded, pulling in over a billion dollars worldwide.

Fans have been dreaming of a Super Bowl set since she reportedly turned down an offer back in 2022.

Now, having completed her album re-recordings and released new music, the timing feels almost too perfect. A 13-minute medley crossing every musical era?

Yes, please. SoFi Stadium would absolutely erupt.

2. Beyonce

Already a halftime show legend after her jaw-dropping 2013 performance and Destiny’s Child reunion, returning to the Super Bowl stage would feel like a superhero sequel nobody asked for but everyone desperately needs. B’s Cowboy Carter album introduced a bold new sonic direction that showed she has absolutely no plans of slowing down.

A second halftime appearance would be historic, and the choreography alone would break the internet. How many artists can say a single performance spawned a documentary?

Exactly one.

3. Kendrick Lamar

After headlining Super Bowl LIX in 2025 and delivering a critically acclaimed performance, Kendrick Lamar proved rap belongs on the biggest stage in sports entertainment. Critics called it one of the most thoughtful and visually stunning halftime shows in recent memory.

His storytelling ability is almost unfair.

A 2027 return seems unlikely this soon, but the conversation keeps coming up because the performance raised the bar so dramatically. If the NFL ever wanted to double down on a cultural moment, bringing Kendrick back would be a bold, unforgettable move worth discussing.

4. Adele

Rumor has it, and the internet agrees, Adele could make 100 million people cry simultaneously during a halftime show. Reports surfaced that the NFL and Roc Nation have had conversations with her team about a potential Super Bowl appearance, though nothing has been confirmed publicly.

Adele’s voice alone is a stadium-sized experience. If she performed Someone Like You or Hello live on that stage, half the audience would forget there was even a football game happening.

Few artists carry emotional weight the way Adele does, and a halftime show needs exactly that kind of power.

5. Elton John

After wrapping up his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in 2023, Elton John stepped away from touring but not from the spotlight. Fan surveys consistently rank him among the top choices for the 2027 halftime show, and it is easy to understand why.

Rocket Man on a football field sounds like a dream.

A catalog spanning over five decades means a setlist practically writes itself. Crocodile Rock, Tiny Dancer, and I’m Still Standing would have every generation on their feet.

Just saying, a piano on the 50-yard line would be genuinely iconic.

6. Ed Sheeran

One man, one guitar, and a loop pedal. Ed Sheeran’s ability to fill stadiums around the world using minimal equipment is genuinely mind-blowing.

Fans consistently name him as a top Super Bowl contender.

A halftime set could showcase his range in a way casual listeners might not expect. Shape of You gets the crowd jumping, Perfect slows it down, and Bad Habits keeps the energy electric.

Versatility like Ed’s is rare, and the Super Bowl stage rewards exactly that.

7. BTS

No group on Earth commands a fanbase quite like BTS. The ARMY, as supporters are called, has broken streaming records, crashed ticketing websites, and trended globally more times than most artists release albums.

A BTS halftime show would be the most-watched in Super Bowl history, no question.

All seven members are expected to reunite in 2026 following mandatory military service, putting a 2027 Super Bowl appearance right in the sweet spot. Synchronized choreography, multilingual lyrics, and stadium-level production value?

SoFi Stadium might actually levitate. Fun fact: BTS was the first K-pop act to top the Billboard Hot 100.

8. Ariana Grande

Vocal range is one thing. Putting on a full theatrical spectacle while hitting notes that most singers only dream about?

Ariana Grande does both without breaking a sweat. Her Sweetener and Thank U Next eras showed a depth of artistry that casual listeners sometimes overlook, but stadium crowds never do.

A halftime set could lean into her pop-powerhouse side, blending fan favorites with newer material for a crowd-pleasing arc. How many performers can transition from a whisper-soft ballad to an explosive pop anthem in the same breath?

Not many. Ariana makes it look effortless.

9. Red Hot Chili Peppers

SoFi Stadium sits in Inglewood, California, and no band bleeds California rock energy quite like the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Formed in Los Angeles back in 1983, RHCP has spent over four decades making music that feels like sunshine, asphalt, and raw emotion all at once.

Fan surveys placed them fourth among 2027 halftime contenders.

A setlist mixing Under the Bridge, Californication, and Give It Away would feel like a hometown celebration on the world’s biggest stage. Rock has been underrepresented in recent halftime shows, and RHCP would fix that problem loudly and gloriously.

California, here we come.

10. Justin Bieber

A comeback story is always compelling, and Justin Bieber’s return to music after a period of personal challenges has fans genuinely excited about what comes next. Justin’s catalog is enormous, ranging from teenage pop anthems to mature R&B-influenced tracks, giving him serious setlist flexibility for a halftime performance.

Baby, Love Yourself, and Sorry represent just a fraction of what he could pull out. Add surprise guest appearances, and you have a recipe for a memorable show.

Speculation around a 2027 Super Bowl appearance has been building steadily online. If the timing aligns, Bieber on that stage would be a massive moment.

11. Foo Fighters

Rock fans have been waiting patiently for a halftime show that truly represents the genre’s raw, unfiltered energy. Foo Fighters, led by Dave Grohl, have been one of rock music’s most reliable and beloved acts for over 30 years.

Stadium-filling anthems are basically their specialty.

Songs like Everlong, Best of You, and The Pretender carry the kind of emotional punch that unites crowds across generations. A Foo Fighters halftime show would feel like a victory lap for rock music itself.

Plus, Dave Grohl’s stage presence is almost cartoonishly electric. Few frontmen match his sheer enthusiasm behind a microphone.

12. Rihanna

Rihanna’s 2023 halftime performance at Super Bowl LVII was so good it reportedly boosted her music streams by over 200 percent overnight. Rihanna delivered a confident, visually stunning show while pregnant, which made the entire performance feel even more legendary in retrospect.

A return engagement at SoFi Stadium in 2027 would be one of the most anticipated events in halftime history. Umbrella, We Found Love, and Diamonds back-to-back on a stage built for spectacle?

The crowd would never recover. Rihanna understands the assignment better than almost anyone who has ever stepped onto a halftime stage.

13. Bruno Mars

Ask any musician who the most complete live performer in pop music is, and Bruno Mars will come up in almost every answer. He sings, dances, plays multiple instruments, and commands a stage like someone who was literally born in a spotlight.

Bruno’s 2014 Super Bowl halftime show is still considered one of the all-time best.

A second appearance would let him showcase how much his artistry has grown since then. Uptown Funk, 24K Magic, and Leave the Door Open would cover multiple eras brilliantly.

Few performers bring the level of precision and joy Bruno delivers every single time.

14. Billie Eilish

Youngest artist to win all four major Grammy categories in a single year. Billie Eilish broke that record at just 18, and she has not slowed down since.

Billie’s aesthetic is unlike anything the Super Bowl stage has ever hosted, moody, cinematic, and deeply personal all at once.

A halftime show centered around her vibe would feel like a short film wrapped inside a concert. Bad Guy, Happier Than Ever, and What Was I Made For could take audiences on an emotional journey unlike anything seen at halftime before.

Bold, unexpected, and completely unforgettable, Billie Eilish would rewrite what a halftime show can be.

15. Shakira

Co-headlining the 2020 Super Bowl LIV halftime show alongside Jennifer Lopez, Shakira proved she belongs in the conversation for greatest halftime performers ever. Her energy, dancing, and musicianship combined into a performance that fans still talk about years later.

Hips Don’t Lie remains one of the most recognizable halftime moments in history.

A solo headline spot in 2027 would give her the full stage to herself, which feels long overdue. Waka Waka, She Wolf, and Whenever Wherever would keep the energy at peak levels throughout.

Few artists combine Latin rhythm, rock edge, and pop sensibility as naturally as Shakira consistently does.