Coco Jones shines at Super Bowl LX, delivering a powerful rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” uniting fans with her stunning performance and vocal ...
- February 9, 2026
AceShowbiz - Coco Jones took center stage at Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, performing the iconic anthem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, before the Seattle Seahawks faced off against the New England Patriots.
As the opening act of the Super Bowl preshow, Coco Jones captivated the audience with a breathtaking rendition of the song, often referred to as the Black National Anthem. This hymn, which originated in 1900, serves as a heartfelt prayer for freedom and unity among all Americans.
Jones, donning a stunning white gown embellished with the colors of the Pan-African flag—red, black, and green—delivered a performance that showcased her remarkable vocal talent. Accompanied by an orchestral octet, she demonstrated the same vocal prowess that earned her a Grammy for Best R&B Performance in 2024. Her debut album, Why Not More?, released in 2025, followed the success of her Billboard Hot 100 hit “ICU.”
“Lift Every Voice and Sing” was integrated into the Super Bowl festivities starting in 2020, a time when the nation was grappling with social justice issues, including the Black Lives Matter movement. The NFL faced significant scrutiny for its previous disciplinary actions against players who peacefully protested by kneeling during the National Anthem in the late 2010s, highlighting the ongoing struggle against police brutality and racial inequality.
Later in the preshow, fans were treated to additional performances, including a medley of punk-pop hits by Green Day, a rendition of “America the Beautiful” by Brandi Carlile, and Charlie Puth, who performed “The Star-Spangled Banner.” The excitement continued to build for the main event, with anticipation for Bad Bunny taking the stage during the highly awaited Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show.
This year’s Super Bowl not only celebrated football but also highlighted the power of music and its ability to unite diverse communities. Coco Jones’s performance was a poignant reminder of the significance of the anthem and its message of hope and resilience.
