Greatest Super Bowl Halftime Shows of All Time - Katy Perry (2015) or Dr. Dre / Snoop / Eminem / Kendrick / Mary J. Blige (2022)
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Why This Battle Matters
What happens when a spectacle of rap royalty collides with pop extravaganza? This isn't just a battle; it's a cultural showdown. Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, and Mary J. Blige brought a fierce, unapologetic display of hip-hop power to the 2022 Super Bowl, rewriting what a halftime show can deliver. Contrast that with Katy Perry's 2015 performance, where her whimsical pop stagecraft, complete with dancing sharks, transformed the field into a storybook. This battle isn't just about who entertained more; it's a deeper question of classic raw energy versus high-octane fantasy. What does your heart beat to—the relentless pulse of hip-hop or the melodious rhythm of pop?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Katy Perry (2015) over Dr. Dre / Snoop / Eminem / Kendrick / Mary J. Blige (2022) when it comes to the greatest Super Bowl Halftime Shows of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Katy Perry (2015) 58.3% of the time over Dr. Dre / Snoop / Eminem / Kendrick / Mary J. Blige (2022).
Across all battles:
Katy Perry (2015) win rate: 38.2%
Dr. Dre / Snoop / Eminem / Kendrick / Mary J. Blige (2022) win rate: 44.4%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?
That title belongs to Michael Jackson's 1993 performance. If you want to see how the King of Pop holds up against the other major halftime shows, check out the GOAT List.
What makes Katy Perry's 2015 Super Bowl halftime show so popular?
Katy Perry's show was an unforgettable spectacle! Who could ignore Left Shark's dance moves or that giant lion she rode in on? Plus, her performance was packed with her biggest hits which really resonated with a broad audience.
Why is the matchup between Dr. Dre/Snoop/Eminem/Kendrick/Mary J. Blige and Katy Perry so close?
Fans are torn! The epic ensemble of Dr. Dre, Snoop, Eminem, Kendrick, and Mary J. brought back so many 90s and 2000s vibes, while Katy Perry's colorful and catchy 2015 show had its own massive appeal. Both performances touched different generations and tastes, making it really hard to pick just one.