Before the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks took the field at Super Bowl LX, Charlie Puth stepped into the spotlight with a polished and heartfelt performance of the National Anthem. Seated at the piano, Puth delivered a restrained yet emotional rendition that leaned into musicality rather than spectacle.
Backed by a tight live band, the performance struck a balance between tradition and Puth’s contemporary pop sensibility. The moment was capped by a flyover from joint Navy and Air Force aircraft, a familiar Super Bowl touch that brought the pre-game ceremony to a dramatic close inside Levi’s Stadium.
Puth’s appearance was part of a broader pre-game lineup that blended genres and generations. Coco Jones offered a soulful take on “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” Brandi Carlile brought her distinct vocal weight to “America the Beautiful,” and Green Day energized the build-up with a performance that reinforced the event’s wide musical reach.
Music remains a central pillar of Super Bowl Sunday, and this year’s edition leaned heavily into star power. Bad Bunny is set to take over halftime duties, while the stands and commercial breaks were packed with celebrities from across music, film, and sports, further blurring the line between championship game and cultural event.
Beyond the stadium, Puth’s performance arrives during a transitional moment in his career. The singer has recently suggested that his upcoming releases will reflect personal changes and new perspectives shaped over the last decade. With fresh music already beginning to surface, his Super Bowl appearance served as both a high-profile showcase and a reminder of an artist entering a new chapter.