10 Reasons Why Backstreet Boys Should Be The 2020 Super Bowl Halftime Performers

Prepped and ready to go people!

As the search begins for the 2020 Super Bowl halftime performer, there is one group that stands out above the rest. A group that has been prepping for this for over 20 years. That is basically as synonymous with America as apple pie. That group is the Backstreet Boys. Let’s get into it.

1. Bop Season

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Concerned about not being able to sing along to this year’s halftime performer? Not an issue with the Backstreet Boys. Let’s name them, shall we?

- I Want It That Way

- Larger Than Life

- Everybody (Backstreet’s Back)

- Shape of My Heart

Do I really need to keep going?

2. The Sheer Number of Them

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We wouldn’t run into the problem of needing to bring in other artists to interest us because there are 5 of them! 5. It’s a whole crew up there. I personally will be staring at Kevin the entire time but you guys can have the other 4.

3. If There’s Anything More American Than Football, It’s Absolutely a Boyband.

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4. Their New Music still SLAPS!

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In 2019, the Backstreet Boys blessed us with their first album in 5 years, “DNA.” The album contained the pop banger “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,” which Ryan Seacrest played for us every hour upon the hour because he has taste. This leads me to my next point...

5. Grammy-Nominated

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“Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” was such a hit that it was nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance in 2019. Let me repeat, 2019. That’s after being nominated previously for four years in a row. Following this nomination, the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles basically turned an entire floor into a Backstreet Boys shrine featuring iconic outfits from their music video and fan photo after fan photo. Why would the Grammys do this? Because they respect the hell out of the Backstreet Boys.

6. They Put On a Show

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There’s a reason the Backstreet Boys recently embarked on a massive international tour following their 2 year Vegas Residency and that is because they can put on a damn show. They bring it all - vocals, choreography, wardrobe. If Vegas can give a residency to the Backstreet Boys, then we can give them a Super Bowl Halftime show.

7. Fan Base

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The Backstreet Boy fans are some of the most dedicated fans in the world and if you don’t think they will be planning the most epic watch parties the minute they hear “Backstreet Boys”, you are sorely mistaken.

8. Relevant as Hell

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Maybe you’re wondering, “Yeah, I know the Backstreet Boys but that was so 90s.” See points 4-6 because you’re absolutely wrong sweetie!!!

9. Choreography

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Let’s rewind to the choreography mention in point 6. Now, I’m not trying to name names but we’ve all sat through our fair share of boring Super Bowl halftime performances. When it comes to the Super Bowl, we’re looking for more than just band. We’re looking for performers. We have 5 who are literally ready to go with over 20 years of experience under their belt. Do you think they’re going to freeze up under the pressure? Not a chance.

10. Household Names

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We all know the Super Bowl Halftime show is for legends only and the Backstreet Boys are arguably one of the most iconic groups of all time. I don’t care who you are. You can absolutely sing along to “As Long As You Love Me” and if you’re upset about that, that’s your cross to bear.