Official: Who Is Singing The National Anthem At Super Bowl 2025? The Full List Of Pregame Performers
The anticipation for Super Bowl LIX is building, and as of December 22, 2025, the official lineup for the pregame entertainment—including the coveted National Anthem spot—has been confirmed. The NFL has once again selected a powerhouse of musical talent to set the stage for one of the world's most-watched sporting events, ensuring a performance that will be both memorable and deeply resonant.
This year’s ceremony, held at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, will feature a true New Orleans native taking on the monumental task of singing "The Star-Spangled Banner." The choice is a celebrated, multi-award-winning artist known for his genre-defying musicality and deep connection to the city's rich cultural heritage.
Jon Batiste: Biography and Career Profile
The honor of performing the U.S. National Anthem at Super Bowl LIX belongs to the immensely talented Jon Batiste.
- Full Name: Jonathan Michael Batiste
- Born: November 11, 1986 (Age: 38 as of Super Bowl LIX)
- Hometown: Metairie, Louisiana (New Orleans area)
- Primary Roles: Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Composer, Pianist, Bandleader, Television Personality, and Actor.
- Instrument: Piano, Melodica (often referred to as a "Harmonaboard").
- Career Breakthrough: Gained widespread fame as the bandleader and musical director for the house band, Stay Human, on *The Late Show with Stephen Colbert* from 2015 to 2022.
- Major Awards: Batiste is an Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and multiple Grammy Award winner. In 2022, he received 11 Grammy nominations, winning five, including the prestigious Album of the Year for his album *We Are*.
- Film & TV Work: Co-composed the score for the Pixar animated film *Soul* (2020), which earned him an Academy Award for Best Original Score.
- Super Bowl LIX Significance: Performing the National Anthem in his hometown of New Orleans adds a deeply personal and celebratory layer to his already illustrious career.
The Full Super Bowl LIX Pregame Performance Lineup
The Super Bowl pregame show is a carefully curated event that goes beyond just the National Anthem, featuring several key performances that honor American culture and history. For Super Bowl 59, the NFL has focused on artists with strong ties to the cultural hub of New Orleans, creating a truly authentic Louisiana flavor for the event.
Jon Batiste: The Star-Spangled Banner
Jon Batiste's selection to sing the National Anthem—"The Star-Spangled Banner"—is a monumental moment for the New Orleans music scene. His rendition is expected to be a soulful, jazz-infused performance, reflecting his unique musical style that blends genres like jazz, R&B, soul, and gospel. Batiste is known for his incredible improvisation skills, leading to high curiosity about the exact length of his performance, a popular betting prop known as the National Anthem Over/Under. Fans and bettors will be watching closely to see if his time exceeds the typical two-minute mark.
Ledisi: Lift Every Voice and Sing
Continuing a tradition established in recent years, the celebrated R&B and soul artist Ledisi will perform "Lift Every Voice and Sing," often referred to as the Black National Anthem. Ledisi is a powerhouse vocalist and a 14-time Grammy-nominated artist, winning her first Grammy for Best Traditional R&B Performance. Her performance of this historic and powerful hymn will precede the National Anthem, adding a layer of depth and cultural significance to the pregame ceremony.
American Sign Language (ASL) Performers
In a vital commitment to inclusivity, the pregame ceremony will feature two American Sign Language performers:
- Stephanie Nogueras: The actress and advocate will sign "The Star-Spangled Banner" and "America the Beautiful." Nogueras is known for her work in television and film, bringing visibility to the deaf community on a national stage.
- Otis Jones IV: He will sign the performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing."
These ASL renditions are an essential part of the Super Bowl pregame, ensuring that the patriotic ceremony is accessible to the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, and highlighting the artistic expression of signing.
Context: Super Bowl LIX (Super Bowl 59) Details
To fully appreciate the significance of the pregame performers, it's helpful to know the context of the main event. Super Bowl LIX is a landmark event for the city of New Orleans, which has a storied history of hosting the championship game.
- Date: Sunday, February 9, 2025.
- Location: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana.
- Teams: TBD (To be determined) as the NFL playoffs unfold.
- Broadcast: The game will be broadcast live on FOX.
- Halftime Show Headliner: The highly anticipated Apple Music Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show will be headlined by Grammy and Pulitzer Prize-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar, with special guest SZA.
The combination of Jon Batiste's soulful opening, Ledisi's powerful hymn, and Kendrick Lamar's iconic Halftime Show performance guarantees a night of unparalleled musical entertainment. The NFL has successfully assembled a diverse and high-caliber group of artists that perfectly complement the energy and spirit of New Orleans.
Building Topical Authority: The History of Super Bowl Anthem Singers
The Super Bowl National Anthem performance is one of the most high-pressure, career-defining moments for any artist. Jon Batiste joins an elite list of musical legends who have taken on this challenge. The performance is historically significant, often becoming a cultural flashpoint and the subject of intense scrutiny regarding vocal delivery and political messaging.
Past performers of the National Anthem at the Super Bowl include an astonishing array of musical icons, further solidifying the prestige of this role. This history demonstrates the gravity of the stage Jon Batiste will step onto:
- Reba McEntire (Super Bowl LVIII, 2024): The country music legend delivered a traditional and powerful rendition.
- Chris Stapleton (Super Bowl LVII, 2023): The country-rock artist's soulful performance was widely praised.
- Mickey Guyton (Super Bowl LVI, 2022): Guyton’s performance was historic, making her the first Black female country artist to sing the anthem on the Super Bowl stage.
- Jazmine Sullivan & Eric Church (Super Bowl LV, 2021): A rare and memorable duet performance.
- Demi Lovato (Super Bowl LIV, 2020)
- Gladys Knight (Super Bowl LIII, 2019)
- Pink (Super Bowl LII, 2018)
- Luke Bryan (Super Bowl LI, 2017)
- Lady Gaga (Super Bowl 50, 2016)
- Idina Menzel (Super Bowl XLIX, 2015)
- Renée Fleming (Super Bowl XLVIII, 2014)
- Alicia Keys (Super Bowl XLVII, 2013)
- Kelly Clarkson (Super Bowl XLVI, 2012)
- Christina Aguilera (Super Bowl XLV, 2011)
The National Anthem performance is a unique spectacle where the artist’s interpretation is almost as important as the song itself. Batiste, with his background in jazz and classical music, has the potential to deliver one of the most musically complex and emotionally stirring renditions in recent memory.
The focus on New Orleans talent, from Jon Batiste to the city hosting the game, emphasizes the deep connection between American football's biggest night and the cultural heartland of Louisiana. Super Bowl LIX is shaping up to be a true celebration of American music, culture, and sports.
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