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Post by Night Senses on Feb 12, 2023 20:48:31 GMT -5
I knew she wouldn’t do “Disturbia.” I need to come to terms with the fact that she doesn’t like the song, lol.
Halftime show was definitely smoke and mirrors — production drowning out the star — but it’s Rihanna and I enjoyed seeing her after so many years of inactivity. At this point, I’m satisfied enough. Also, I think whoever mixed those transitions did a brilliant job. It wasn’t messy at all. Flowed perfectly.
Congrats on the pregnancy, if that was what she was alluding to. I noticed it from the start, but it only felt confirmed when she rubbed her stomach.
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Post by Ling-Ling on Feb 12, 2023 20:49:12 GMT -5
The staging and the dancers were so engaging to me. Loved the platforms and the camera-work opportunities that opened up. Also, I liked that she threw quite a few unexpected song choices in there (she's gonna get a lot of sh*t tomorrow from Fox News).
I do agree though, she was super low energy. But I was entertained by the whole thing.
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Post by Luckie Starchild on Feb 12, 2023 20:49:28 GMT -5
It was aight...
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Post by Willow Rinadoobee Breakfast on Feb 12, 2023 20:50:12 GMT -5
Looks like I didn’t miss out on anything this year
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Post by R.K. on Feb 12, 2023 20:50:30 GMT -5
I just don’t get why she couldn’t have at least pumped up the production value a bit more, or bring out a few guests…
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Post by ƒreakshow on Feb 12, 2023 20:50:54 GMT -5
She couldn’t have cared less with that performance. She vibed along with the dancers rather than carry the show and command the stage, occasionally picking up her microphone to sing a few lines. Not terrible but not exactly a comeback effort.
We Found Love should have closed out the show. It should have been a high energy celebration instead of in the middle of her hits.
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Post by Devil Marlena Nylund on Feb 12, 2023 20:50:54 GMT -5
My favourite part was the floating platforms. It was giving Super Mario!
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Post by SPRΞΞ on Feb 12, 2023 20:52:45 GMT -5
My favourite part was the floating platforms. It was giving Super Mario! Yes I agree.
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Post by rnb on Feb 12, 2023 20:52:58 GMT -5
yeah it could have used a costume change or something changing on the stage but it was still a good performance like I said before
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Post by kanimal on Feb 12, 2023 20:54:03 GMT -5
She couldn’t have cared less with that performance. She vibed along with the dancers rather than carry the show and command the stage, occasionally picking up her microphone to sing a few lines. Not terrible but not exactly a comeback effort. We Found Love should have closed out the show. It should have been a high energy celebration instead of in the middle of her hits.In theory, yes. But with where she was as a performer tonight, it wouldn't have worked. Final song (the one that received most of the time/attention) needed to be something she could just stand there and sing.
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Post by Push The Button on Feb 12, 2023 20:54:53 GMT -5
It was ok. “Run This Town” is still so good.
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Post by think pink. on Feb 12, 2023 20:56:04 GMT -5
What I don’t get is why during some of the transitions it was set up like she was about to bring someone out/looking & walking towards someone and then nothing lol.
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Post by theyaintready on Feb 12, 2023 20:56:04 GMT -5
Her catalog is unmatched and I liked the production. Yes her energy was meh, but I’ve never seen her give much more than that so I’m not surprised.
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Post by Devil Marlena Nylund on Feb 12, 2023 20:56:27 GMT -5
My favourite part was the floating platforms. It was giving Super Mario! Yes I agree.
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Post by Chelsea Press 2 on Feb 12, 2023 21:00:19 GMT -5
I enjoyed this Halftime performance. I know our expectations for such a thing are sky high when we have had amazing ones like Madonna, Lady Gaga, and Katy Perry's ones that set the bar. But it feels like nothing is ever good enough for some folks even if it is actually a good one.
The song choices were pretty decent though there are so many I wish she would have done. It was a good balance though. I really do wish she had done something new in addition to the classics but I can see why she didn't.
The staging and dancers were pretty good. I do feel she was a little low energy overall, but should we really be surprised given that music is not her main focus now.
Maroon 5 and Black Eyed Peas are still the worst ones. Period.
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Post by Leo ✔ on Feb 12, 2023 21:00:40 GMT -5
When I did my expected list of what she would perform, I put Diamonds or Love On The Brain as the closener and I nailed it lmao
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Post by jdanton2 on Feb 12, 2023 21:02:52 GMT -5
good performance but with a short set and so many songs it made it a bit messy. most of the big hits were there but was hoping for Love On The Brain.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 12, 2023 21:03:50 GMT -5
One of the few and rare SB halftime where I enjoyed all the songs. This woman catalog of hits is insane.
Rihanna was never a great performer or dancer wasn't expecting that but she delivered what needed to be delivered. Baby 8 months ago, allegedly pregnant now and she looked great.
I just love her and her no fucks given personality.
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Post by bonicap on Feb 12, 2023 21:04:54 GMT -5
It was too low profile I think but I enjoyed it. It's wild how many hits she has.
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Post by 85la on Feb 12, 2023 21:05:40 GMT -5
She couldn’t have cared less with that performance. She vibed along with the dancers rather than carry the show and command the stage, occasionally picking up her microphone to sing a few lines. Not terrible but not exactly a comeback effort. We Found Love should have closed out the show. It should have been a high energy celebration instead of in the middle of her hits.In theory, yes. But with where she was as a performer tonight, it wouldn't have worked. Final song (the one that received most of the time/attention) needed to be something she could just stand there and sing.Which I think she actually did pretty well with Diamonds. That was definitely my favorite part of the show!
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Post by lazer on Feb 12, 2023 21:07:39 GMT -5
Rihanna didn't have much energy in the show but it could have been worse since she didn't perform for such a long time and music not being her priority now. It was entertaining to say the least.
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Post by Kelly's 10th Fan on Feb 12, 2023 21:20:47 GMT -5
I'm cutting Rih a major pass on the low energy because she was so visibly tired, all I could think was that morning sickness is probably kicking her ass again and I'm glad she didn't vomit on live tv. I don't think she was pulling a 'go girl give us nothing' because she didn't care, she just literally didn't have more to give in that moment.
Given that, I think the show was what it needed to be. I wouldn't put it down near Maroon 5 or Justin Timberlake at all. The overall set up was gorgeous and the dancers carried. I think she sang about half live and lip-synced (or just let the backtrack play for) other parts; you could hear her run out of breath a little bit in a few spots. Overall it was not super exciting, but it was a pleasant show and the songs were put together seamlessly.
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Post by die Lotterie on Feb 12, 2023 21:32:29 GMT -5
After watching it again without the super high expectations, I wanted to add a couple things.
This would have been a spectacle to see in the stadium live, but the energy didn't really translate to television well. For having such a diverse group of hits, the stage production and lack of lighting made the show feel very monotonous. I really do think there was only so much she could do without anything more of visual interest added.
Also, I did like this a lot more the second time around. Good job Robyn smash hits Fenty.
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Post by Pink Pvssy on Feb 12, 2023 21:35:34 GMT -5
What did I just watch? If other singers just stand and lipsync, it’s ok. No big deal. But if Britney does it, she get’s ripped into the shredder machine.
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Post by 85la on Feb 12, 2023 21:35:43 GMT -5
Yeah ya'll it's confirmed she is in fact pregnant, so we have to cut her some major slack for that, and taking that into consideration I think she actually did a pretty good job, though I do think the costume choices and set design could've been a little more creative.
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Post by areyoureadytojump on Feb 12, 2023 21:36:21 GMT -5
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Post by 85la on Feb 12, 2023 21:38:34 GMT -5
What did I just watch? If other singers just stand and lipsync, it’s ok. No big deal. But if Britney does it, she get’s ripped into the shredder machine. Disagree. It's widely known Britney has been lip-syncing for many years and her fans are overwhelmingly ok with it (and much of the gp too).
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Post by Mayman on Feb 12, 2023 21:39:18 GMT -5
What did I just watch? If other singers just stand and lipsync, it’s ok. No big deal. But if Britney does it, she get’s ripped into the shredder machine. She didn't lip sync 💀 I thought the performance was good and I'm seeing lots of praise on various platforms. Glad she performed BBHMM and PIU too, wasn't expecting those.
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Post by rnb on Feb 12, 2023 21:42:45 GMT -5
What did I just watch? If other singers just stand and lipsync, it’s ok. No big deal. But if Britney does it, she get’s ripped into the shredder machine. y’all are children fr
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Post by Caviar on Feb 12, 2023 21:46:34 GMT -5
I knew she’d perform BBHMM. No one believed me lol. And she opened with it!
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