What songs will be played at the 2027 Big Game halftime show?
Leaning Yes: Jay-Z is the confirmed halftime headliner, and “Empire State of Mind” is a plausible high-profile catalog pick even though no set list or guest confirmation has been announced.
Analysis
As of November 10, 2026, Jay-Z is the announced Super Bowl LXI halftime headliner, but no official song list has been released. That keeps “Empire State of Mind” in play, yet still unconfirmed and dependent on set construction and any guest appearance.
The main upside is simple: the song is one of Jay-Z’s most recognizable crossover hits and has been specifically mentioned in recent commentary as a possible choice. The main downside is that halftime shows usually pack many songs into a short set, and there is still no sign Alicia Keys or any other guest will be there to support it.
Arguments
For
- “Empire State of Mind” is one of Jay-Z’s most famous songs and would fit a large stadium audience.
- The song was specifically mentioned in recent set-construction speculation, which suggests it is under consideration.
Against
- The current evidence is only speculative, and no source has confirmed the song for the set.
- Its performance is more likely if Alicia Keys appears, and guest participation is still unannounced.
Key drivers
- Jay-Z is the headliner, so his catalog is the only realistic source for the song.
- Recent commentary has named “Empire State of Mind” as a plausible halftime selection, keeping it on the shortlist.
Risk factors
- No official song list or rehearsal report has confirmed the track.
- The show may favor a tighter medley of other Jay-Z hits, leaving out a full or partial performance.
Scenarios
Best case
If official rehearsal clips or credible reports confirm Alicia Keys or the song itself in early February 2027, Yes rises to about 50%.
Most likely
Most likely Jay-Z performs a short medley of his biggest hits on February 14, 2027, with Yes around 45%.
Worst case
If the final song list is leaked without “Empire State of Mind” before February 14, 2027, Yes falls to about 35%.
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