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Usher Addresses Controversy Surrounding Super Bowl Performance with Alicia Keys

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Page Six

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Usher defended his intimate hug with Alicia Keys during their Super Bowl 2024 Halftime Show performance, stating that he and Keys' husband, Swizz Beatz, laughed about the furor it caused. The singer emphasized that the duet was a celebration of their hit song "My Boo" and was not meant to disrespect anyone. Usher also revealed that he had invited Justin Bieber to join him on stage, but Bieber declined. Additionally, Usher married his longtime girlfriend Jennifer Goicoechea on the same day as the Super Bowl.

"Swizz Beatz Stands by Alicia Keys and Usher's Super Bowl 2024 Performances"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Entertainment Weekly News

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Swizz Beatz defended his wife Alicia Keys and Usher's Super Bowl halftime performance, urging fans to focus on the positives and calling the performance "nothing but amazing." Despite internet memes and speculation, Beatz celebrated the moment and emphasized the positive vibes, while also congratulating Usher. The performance, which included a steamy duet of "My Boo," prompted social media users to joke about the singers' respective spouses, but Beatz seemed unfazed and supportive.

"Swizz Beatz Defends Alicia Keys' Super Bowl Performance Amid PDA Controversy"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post

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Swizz Beatz defended his wife Alicia Keys' close moment with Usher during the Super Bowl 2024 halftime show, emphasizing the performance's greatness and historical significance. He praised the duo's "My Boo" duet and promoted their art exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum. Usher's halftime show featured special guests Jermaine Dupri, H.E.R., and Will.i.am, culminating in a rousing finale with Lil Jon and Ludacris. Usher expressed excitement and readiness for the high-pressure performance, following his successful Las Vegas residency.

"Swizz Beatz's Surprising Reaction to Alicia Keys' Flirty Super Bowl Duet with Usher"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment

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Swizz Beatz praised his wife Alicia Keys' Super Bowl performance with Usher, urging people to focus on more than just their onstage chemistry and highlighting the amazing dress she wore. Despite the flirty duet, Swizz emphasized the positive vibes and congratulated both artists, emphasizing that they make history. The performance sparked reactions online, but Swizz chose to focus on the positive aspects of the show.

"Swizz Beatz Addresses Usher's Interaction with Alicia Keys at Super Bowl 2024"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail

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Alicia Keys' husband, Swizz Beatz, responded to social media comments about Usher getting touchy-feely with his wife during their Super Bowl halftime performance, stating there were no negative vibes and praising the show as amazing. Despite trolls' comments, Swizz Beatz remained supportive of his wife and her performance with Usher. Usher's partner, Jennifer Goicoechea, has not responded as the couple is planning to tie the knot in Las Vegas.

"Swizz Beatz's Reaction to Usher and Alicia Keys' Super Bowl Halftime Show Performance"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Page Six

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Swizz Beatz responded to Usher hugging his wife, Alicia Keys, from behind during the Super Bowl halftime show, urging fans to focus on the positive aspects of the performance. The star-studded show featured appearances by Jermaine Dupri, H.E.R., Will.i.am, Lil Jon, and Ludacris, with Usher delivering a high-energy 13-minute set that included some of his biggest hits. Additionally, Usher's relationship status made headlines as he obtained a marriage license with his partner, Jessica Goicoechea, just days before the event.

"Swizz Beatz's Reaction to Alicia Keys and Usher's Super Bowl Performance"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by E! NEWS

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Swizz Beatz defended his wife Alicia Keys after her Super Bowl performance with Usher, emphasizing positivity and support while dismissing negative comments. The couple's duet received mixed reactions, with some fans criticizing their close embrace, but others finding it endearing. The halftime show also featured other celebrities in attendance, including Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, and more.

"Swizz Beatz Reacts to Alicia Keys and Usher's Super Bowl Halftime Show"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Entertainment Tonight

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Swizz Beatz responds to fans commenting on Usher's embrace with Alicia Keys during the Super Bowl Halftime Show, urging them to focus on the performance and not the physical closeness. Keys surprised the crowd by joining Usher for their 2004 hit "My Boo," and critics took to social media to comment on their chemistry. Beatz chose to celebrate his wife's performance and emphasized the positive aspects of the show, while Usher delivered an electrifying 13-minute performance featuring other A-list guests.

"Usher's Super Bowl Halftime Show: Swizz Beatz, Alicia Keys, and More Special Guests React"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by TODAY

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Swizz Beatz celebrated his wife Alicia Keys' 2024 Super Bowl performance with Usher, seemingly responding to social media chatter about their close choreography during the rendition of "My Boo." He praised the performance and addressed the "negative vibes," emphasizing the couple's art exhibition and the historic significance of the song. Keys and Swizz Beatz married in 2010, while Usher applied for a marriage license with his partner Jenn Goicoechea three days before the Super Bowl.

"Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz Showcase 'Giants' Art Collection in New York"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR

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Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz, known for their music, are also art collectors, with their collection on display at the Brooklyn Museum in an exhibition called "Giants." The exhibition features works by living Black artists, including Kehinde Wiley, Nick Cave, and Lorna Simpson, and aims to make art accessible and emotionally impactful for visitors. The collection includes over 1,000 works, with a focus on figurative and portrait art, including a significant number of Gordon Parks' photos. The exhibition is designed to resemble comfortable living rooms, inviting visitors to engage with the art.

Pharrell's Louis Vuitton Debut Draws A-List Celebrities and Musicians.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment

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Pharrell has declared that Kanye West is still the "Louis Vuitton Don" despite his own recent appointment as the menswear creative director for the fashion house. Swizz Beatz attempted to crown Pharrell with the title, but he insisted that Ye is the true don. Kanye famously referred to himself as LV's Don on "Last Call" from The College Dropout. Pharrell's debut Louis Vuitton SS24 collection was recently showcased with appearances from Rihanna, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, A$AP Rocky, Tyler the Creator, Jaden and Willow Smith, and more.

Lil Wayne's Verzuz Opponent of Choice Revealed

Originally Published 2 years ago — by HipHopDX

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Lil Wayne has expressed interest in going up against himself in a Verzuz battle, stating that no other artist could stand on stage next to him. Birdman has also previously stated that Lil Wayne's only worthy opponent would be himself. While social media has debated a Lil Wayne and 50 Cent Verzuz, Swizz Beatz has explained why he wouldn't entertain the idea. Wiz Khalifa has expressed interest in performing with Lil Wayne, but more as a concert than a competition. The next Verzuz battle will be between Diddy and Jermaine Dupri on September 8 at Madison Square Garden.

Swizz Beatz's Son Egypt's Musical Ambitions: From Producing Kendrick Lamar at 5 to Not Pursuing Music at 12

Originally Published 2 years ago — by TODAY

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Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz's 12-year-old son, Egypt, revealed during an appearance on "The Jennifer Hudson Show" that he wants to be a basketball player when he grows up, despite his musical abilities. Egypt has already played the piano on stage with his mother and produced a song on Kendrick Lamar's 2016 album. Swizz Beatz and Keys celebrate their son's accomplishments but do not force music onto him, instead guiding him with good intentions.