Usher Experiences Significant Streaming Surge Following Super Bowl Halftime Show
Usher, the iconic R&B artist, has witnessed a remarkable surge in streaming numbers following his electrifying performance at the Super Bowl halftime show.
Since his appearance on Sunday (February 11), Usher has experienced a staggering 550 percent increase in streams on Spotify, marking a significant spike in his listenership. Notably, four of Usher’s hit tracks have seen a remarkable 1000 per cent uptick in streams, with “Caught Up” leading the pack with a staggering 2000 per cent increase.
The surge in streaming activity coincided with Usher’s classic 2004 hit “Yeah!” climbing to the No. 9 position on the Spotify U.S. Chart, reflecting the renewed interest in his music across the globe.
While Usher did not receive monetary compensation for his Super Bowl performance, he has reaped substantial rewards in other aspects. The 45-year-old artist has extended his recently announced Past Present Future Tour, nearly doubling the number of tour dates from 24 to 44, with ticket sales surpassing 360,000 tickets already, making it one of his most significant tours to date.
During the halftime show, Usher captivated audiences with a stellar performance, featuring special guests Ludacris, Lil Jon, and Alicia Keys. However, his embrace of Keys from behind during their duet sparked online controversy, with some viewers questioning the appropriateness of the gesture, especially considering Keys is married to Swizz Beatz.
While Swizz Beatz himself did not express any concerns about the embrace, other artists such as Cam’ron, Ma$e, and Boosie Badazz weighed in on the matter, with varying degrees of criticism directed towards Usher’s actions. Nonetheless, Usher’s performance undeniably left a lasting impact, propelling him to the forefront of music conversations once again.
