7 years with no new album and still causing so much conversation… Rihanna IS the moment and the impact! From the production to the dancers, the show was incredible and already iconic!!!
I was just happy to see her sing tbh the fact that she chose to perform while pregnant really does feel like she just wanted to give us a good time and she did!
RiRi always gives unbothered energy and has never been an entertainer that gives intense dancing and singing so her performance was as expected, it did not disappoint
@@Khsjsj Admittedly, I was one of those people who poo-poo'd her performance. But, I saw a video from a stadium seat perspective and I could see all the complexity of the stage and the dancers. It was soooo good!
The dancers on the levitating platforms had it the hardest! They had to make it look like they were dancing full out while those platforms wobbled and teetered the whole time! I didn't notice it until I rewatched the performance. Kudos to them dancers!
I think having the dancers and scale of set design be so grand kinda brought an energy to the performance that blended well with Rihanna’s vocals. absolutely LOVED the set design, worked so well with the list of songs she chose to do.
Pregnancy and aging has done her voice well. She sounded so good - the best I've ever heard her!! And mama has hits for days!! Her music catalog is incredible. I don't think anyone can touch her hits. I also love how the entire set of songs flowed so seamlessly. The arrangement was sickening.
@@welp3694 Rih is pregnant and had minimal energy which is totally okay. She did well considering the circumstances. But I’m not going to lie and say she had me entertained. The dancers were amazing and stole the show for me personally. I still love Rihanna but the dancers outperformed her.
Yeah I thought the same! I also figured that was kinda the point too lol, the dancers kinda dancing for Rihanna seeing as she’s pregnant and gotta be careful so they kinda had to dance for ma girl 😂 I like how she was still tryna dance a lil bit tho cuz I know she wanted too lmao. It was all amazing tho!!
Her voice was strong and it felt like she was enjoying this special MOMENT as a performer, an artist, and a mama-to-be who is living out her biggest childhood dreams. Robyn-girl does what she wants and I love it! Nothing but love for her---congrats and blessings to her growing family!
Loved the preformance. The pregnancy reveal did had me shocked, as well as her starting with B*tch better have my money high above the field (Thought she was gonna start with Diamonds & end with Umbrella or Stay). If I had to add a song to the set list, I would of love to hear Disturbia or Don't stop the Music. Good to see Rihanna sing again, the dancers killed it and I wish her and ASAP the best.
Good job as usual very good job you always do a good job you the queen for real Sho Nuff happy see you with that belly out there much love much success don't stop those dancers were phenomenal phenomenal!!
From the creative direction to.. the aesthetic.. to the choreography.. to the well thought out staging.. to Rihanna hitting all her marks with that cool ass Island vibe.. to her having hits that literally captures every mood.. to her doing it w/ out any wow factor from bringing other artists. This show was amazing and is my second favorite to Beyonce… and in front of Katy Perry. I legit don’t know why some ppl are struggling to understand her artistic approach. This was GOOD!
THANK YOU! The key word in artistry, is artist and having a flashy over danced, and belting vocals... doesn't always to be everyone's style! No one says anything to Adele! The staging was fluid, the dancers/dancing was balanced, the wardrobe, the camera work, the vocals just artistic and gorgeous!
I loved it. Once all saw that baby bump. I knew the dancers were gonna go off. But the presentation was GIVING!!!! And vocals were there. And let's be honest EVERYONE was there for her. We didnt give af. 😂🤣 we was just happy she showed up.
It’s a bop. I loved it. Just wished she did love on the brain but I still loved it. The production itself was amazing. Her singing diamond was just gorgeous.
I had SO MUCH FUN watching Rihanna have SO MUCH fun, herself, during this performance. I actually felt like I was in her living room with her, and she just decided to turn that moment into a show. But we could all join in. It felt very personal, and not so much perfomative. And I appreciated that A LOT. I was crying the entire time, especially when she was pulling them dance moves (while pregnant). It was just so pure, and joyful and absolutely STUNNING. And she was not even wearing high heels!!!!! So, the whole atmosphere was giving RED-SICKENING ENERGY! I cried, and this performance still makes me very emotional. We get to see Rihanna's love for music, but also her tenderness, and maternal nature comes through during this performance as well. I saw her touching her bump, which was just so sweet to watch. So, I am OBSESSED with this performance. I fell in love with Rih even more after this performance. I actually, have never watched a musician perform, and still feel more human and utterly relatable to the audience, even the audience at home. So, this was absolutely stunning for me. It was giving everything it needed to give. I'm so glad that she performed this halftime, in SNEAKERS. Who even does that? BADGIRLRIRI does that! So, there you go. Much love for the Navy, for you Zach, and for mama Rih. Giving us BadMamaRiri at this point. Love to see it. ❤
Happy happy birthday love. I can appreciate Rih Rih giving us live vocals over the background track. Her confidence is always giving. How big your guannaas gotta be to announce your pregnancy at the Super Bowl after years of no music. She will and always has done whatever her heart desires. And I live!!!
I liked its simplicity. I grow tired of the dragons flying around, busy stage with cages, chickens, goats, poles, buffets, sharks, beach balls and whatever else you can add. Give me some Rih. Give me some lights and some backup dancers and you got it.
When you put the old clip in from the work reactions is absolutely amazing and inspiring to see how much you’ve changed, grew and developed!!! Well fucking done to you Zachary!!! 👏👏👏👏
I think she did the best, cool choreography, great stage, cool song transitions, maybe she's not as agile as a girl and slim, but for pregnant women rihanna nailed it, rihanna's vocals are more mature and good, for me this show is amazing ,
@ Wandra 21 She was not singing. My God. This is God Worshipping at it's finest. When was Rihanna singing. Beyonce was pregnant and performed at the VMA and did not give such a horrible performance. You guys need to speak the truth. One of the worse Super Bowl performance of all time. Hands Down. Horrid.
@@southside-hornbaby5325 Whatever makes you feel good you can believe it. Go back and watch that horrific performance you can clearly see that she was lip syncing. You can't even be objective about that part of her performance. Wait and see, twenty years from now when she is writing a memoir you will see I was right. She not only trolled The NFL, Roger Goodell and Jay-Z, she trolled her fans. She thought her fans were smart enough to know why she agreed to do that performance for the NFL but, she was wrong. Wait 20-25 years from now. She will be laughing at how she trolled them all. You guys are just gullible and suckered. Good job Rihanna on trolling everyone. I see it here in the comments just how gullible your fans are about a lazy and horrid performance. Great joke Rihanna. 👏 🤣
@@1972achin get beyonce’s name out of your mouth Stop using beyonce as a way to put down rihanna because they are two different types of performers ESPECIALLY stop comparing their pregnancies because that’s their own bodies
For a second I thought Zack was going to flop it and I was ready to get my Karen on and write a strongly worded email and ask to speak to the manager - rih didn’t have to do anything and she chose to bless us - we whole heartedly appreciate that - and safety first for a pregnant woman, she gave VOCAL and stage presence and still put on a SHOW
I WAS WAITING FOR YOUR REACTION AS SOON AS I WATCHED IT LIVE!!! SHE SHOWED UP AND SHOWED OUT CONGRATS RIRI FOR BABY #2!!!! ❤❤❤😍 HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZACH!!!! 🎉🎉🎉😂
Aside from the fact she's preggers, let's also talk about how the Superbowl does not pay its artists/performers. So I think for the fact she essentially gave us a FREE show, she did a great job. As I always say, "You'll have to pay for the rest." It was cute for what it was, and I'm also so happy for her with baby #2. I wonder if she's gonna start a "trend" of announcing a new baby every February lol. The same happened with the first baby too; he was announced/confirmed in February of last year and then popped out 3 months later.
Oh please. Super Bowl has never paid artists. They give them a budget that they work with. It’s up to the artist to maximize on whatever business moves they want to leverage by being on undoubtedly the most popular stage in the country
@@seniyah3601 They literally do NOT give them any "budgets" to work with; the artist pays for everything 100% out-of-pocket. The Superbowl will simply donate to a charity of the artist's choice, but the artists do NOT get paid. She paid the dancers, the staffers, the staging concepts ALL of that. Rihanna is a BILLIONAIRE whose money is NICE AND LONG; she could literally choose to not sing or perform for the rest of her life if she wanted to. She gave a FREE performance and literally did it for her fans. Also I'm not sure what yall were expecting as Rihanna has NEVER been known to be extra with her performances. She's always had more of a mellow chill vibe when performing. She's not going to give what Bey, Cardi or even Doja give on stage. Just be glad she even agreed to do it, because many artists have been boycotting on the strength they DON'T get paid for the performance at all. Rihanna is a Billionaire and has the financial backing to not ever need to be paid for a performance for the rest of her life. Music is not her focus right now. She's focused on her businesses, her brand, and her pregnancy, as well as being a new mom since her first baby isn't even a full year old yet. STOP BEING A HATEFUL WENCH.
I gotta admit I was a lil disappointed because of the anticipation didn’t match what was actually given but I think she did the best she could do given the circumstances of her being pregnant so shout out to her for going through with something so risky. IT WAS DEFINITELY A BOP‼️‼️‼️‼️
I was so excited to see her on my screen again! The set list was great, the stage set-up was awesome, she looked beautiful, the bump was bumping, her mic was ON. Everything was great for me!
I honestly believe this shows a true testament how good and how big of a catalog Rihanna has with her music. Yes the show could be flashier, but not everything that glitters is gold. Having a semi simplistic performance like this really show cased how effective and versatile Rihanna songs are and even give appreciation to the dancers for fitting every vibe. Issa 8.5/10 for me
@@dva5610 you don’t even know how far rih is lol I’m just saying comparing the belly sizes… beyonce perfomance on the chair she was almost giving birth on stage 😂 don’t get me wrong rihanna is a great artist, she never was a big performer like bey but what i’m saying is that I expected so much more from her since she had been gone for a long time
Rih definitely did enough to me .. also she pregnant but she’s always been a chill performer and vibey so they low-key choreo from her wasn’t too much of a let down and the vocie was elevated aswell. I was just filled with happiness the whole time
I loved it, She really did have fun and performed more Smartly than anything and she defnitely had fun. You know you a Legend when you gotta Skip Hits lol. I do hope we get new music, but I can always wait, I still Jam to All her Jams and will be here when she drops. I am so happy for her! She really wanted to give us something different. I do wish it was more like the Vanguard Awards, but that is the Stan in Me! I always knew she was gonna close with Diamonds. She still sounds Amazing! I appreciate what she gave us and look forward to what she has in store! ASAP ain't playing and I couldn't be happier for her! She had never been a mommy so let her enjoy! :)
OMG Happy Birthday Zach!! Wishing you blessings in 2023. I loved Riri’s performance. As a pregnant woman, she still dances better than hella people who aren’t preggo
We love Rihanna but if this was anybody else’s show, we would be singing a different tune. The anticipation was too big for that production. They can still honor the fact that she’s pregnant. This isn’t just a performance, but a halftime show for freaking Rihanna. 13 minutes is too long for the same stage setting,outfits, colors, transitions and no guests.
I am just gonna say : Justin Timberlake was dragged at the time for having 4 different sets, amazing choreography, a piano solo and several guests. and Rihanna is being praised for doing the BARE minimum. Screems reverse sexism to me but okay. .
I loved the performance. It was perfectly minimalistic yet the production was stunning. The dancers were working for that CHECK, okay?! And it was just really nice to see her out there again. The pregnancy reveal was so nice. I don’t think she did anything off Anti so that was a surprise. Also loved how she didn’t have any guests. I love Lift me Up 😂
I loved every minute of her performance and that fact that she song her throat off and while pregnant. And sounds amazing. Now I done already heard some people saying that she was lip syncing and obviously she wasn't. CLEARLY. What is wrong with yo ears?
I def feel like this performance was more of a love tribute to all of the fans who’ve been with her since she came out. We know her as a musician first. That’s how she got put on. She is now a business woman and that’s ok. Everyone grows and moves on. I just feel like you can tell this was more a performance of gratitude versus a passionate performance and before y’all start, I never expect Rihanna to do flips and vocal acrobatics. She herself has admitted she’s not a dancer or vocalist. I think she truly is in a different place when I comes to music and this may have been her way of saying thanks to her fans by giving them something to hold on to while she moves on to her new passions. It was a visually beautiful performance (the dancers and stage setup were the highlights!) and I think her vocals have def matured and I loved hearing the evolution of her voice. All in all it was a nice performance but the passion was not all the way there for me and that’s ok. I think I mostly loved it for the nostalgia of seeing her sing again. I know she’s in a new space now. Much love to her for even doing this for us bc I was worried we’d never see Rihanna perform again and I’ve missed her💕
Definitely a BOP!!! People saying she was lazy. How Sway. They wanted a pregnant woman to pop lock and drop it? Stop it! She did great and her voice was on. Love her ♥️
This is so fun to watch after watching the performance 50 times already. I’m gonna live tweet haha. This is hilarious just hearing the predictions AND Y’all betting on the opening song? Hahaha tooooooo funny Rih Rih came with INTENTIONS
She should have started the show with umbrella as she literally comes down in an umbrella... and as she lands she should have switched it to carribiean sound... rap sound and pop and then she should have ended the song with diamonds as she is strapped on a diamond and lifted up to the sky!!! I had a whole as concept for her songs and show
I agree with your comment. It was a great performance for someone preggers but the hype built up to see her performance was a bit meh for me. I think someone coming out would have been that extra umph it needed. But visually stunning to watch. Congrats to her and ASAP on expanding their family. Well wishes to them! ❤️
Hi my love...just new to the channel and reviewing your posts and saw this. Loved it..and although pregnant and limited in dance...she ATE. Now here is a tidbit that was missed in the commentary and will truly make you gag. You remember that the last song Diamonds in the Sky ... did you know that the big red coat worn by Ri was owned and formerly belonged to the late Andre Leon Talley and was worn by Ri as tribute to the late fashion icon during her performance of this song? Deep Subliminal but there. In addition to the performance this was an absolute heart touching tearful drop the mic moment for me..as Talley loved Ri dearly. Not even crumbs were left... just the bare table!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LUV💯🎉🎉🎉I GAVE THIS A BOP BCUZ THE DANCERS AND THE SET UP WAS GIVINGGGG HOWEVER, I wish she would have performed a little longer with all the hits RIRI HAS BUT SHE SHOWED UP AND OUT💯🔥🔥🔥🔥
As soon as I saw her do the “ mmmm mmmm mmmm” note in this performance instantly thought of your vmas reaction and I literally bursted out laughing LMFAO
Loved the performance beginning to end! The dancers were beyond the beyond, Rih sounded amazing, and she looked fantastic with baby #2 onboard but I feel like you though, Zach…I wanted MORE! It felt like it was supposed to be bigger….I mean she did say they had gone through 39 versions of the performance. Hopefully a different iteration will make its way to the stage whenever she decided to go on tour again…if ever 😅
I just liked the Kanye Tribute say what you will but this performance was very Kanye influenced down to her outfit, the floating stage, the dancers outfits, it was all very Yeezy. That’s the first thing I noticed.
Look, I am a Beyoncé Stan. But Rihanna really killed it. I’ve seen her perform, she is a “lazy” dancer but that’s what we love about Rihanna and she gave us her. Yes, she couldn’t do much because she’s pregnant but she danced. She gave proper vocals. The best stage Super Bowl has seen and I was captivated. I’m happy for her and let’s hope we get an album
I kinda get why people aren't so impressed with this performance but it's my favorite Superbowl performance along with the 1 with Eminem, 50 Cent, & Dr. Dre.
I agree with you Zack. Dancers Ate! I wish she would included "Disturbia" or "Please Don't Stop the Music." Her dichotomy my song list is crazy. On interview she said, " She had 39 Playlist performance remixes to review." I enjoyed performance in Rihanna style.
Lol, this song is so average, there’s nothing interesting about it, I’d rather see her perform towards the sun instead of lift me up any day. But I know she doesn’t have the vocal skills to sing those songs live. I like the song choices, I’m glad she did RUN THIS TOWN, one of the best songs of her career, I’m also glad she didn’t do pon the replay, this song is annoying as fuck
I feel so happy every time I watch that performance again, I'm so happy for her and A$AP, they're at this stage in their lives and we have to respect that. It was a total BOP, how I missed Rihanna on stage
I think musically this has been the best SB, a lot of songs, good remixes, she sounded amazing, she danced, those dancers... PURE FIRE. The more I watch it the more goosepumps i get. I would even say I put it in the first place along with Gaga. Super cool
I'm glad for the Navy that she did the Superbowl and she is a total rockstar to do this while expecting but I appreciate you Zach for keeping it a buck because more was definitely deserved and expected but to compensate with solid choreo from the dancers and that incredible set was great consolation but I wanted to see RiRi bring the Caribbean Heat as only she can.
I think had she not been pregnant, she would have been PERFORMING honey!!!! Because she is a PERFORMER and puts on a showwwwww!!! I agree with Zach wholeheartedly, I wish there was more but I understand. Still a solid show for me!
7 years with no new album and still causing so much conversation… Rihanna IS the moment and the impact! From the production to the dancers, the show was incredible and already iconic!!!
❤❤❤
I was just happy to see her sing tbh the fact that she chose to perform while pregnant really does feel like she just wanted to give us a good time and she did!
Exactly
Lip sync*
I read she also did it for free.
Lip sync
@@akodawsikeith all performers for the superbowl do it for free. It’s not a paid gig. It’s more promotional for artists
RiRi always gives unbothered energy and has never been an entertainer that gives intense dancing and singing so her performance was as expected, it did not disappoint
@@Khsjsj Admittedly, I was one of those people who poo-poo'd her performance. But, I saw a video from a stadium seat perspective and I could see all the complexity of the stage and the dancers. It was soooo good!
*Hmm, 😕 it seemed very lacklustre. Her passion for music is clearly gone (which is fine) coz she is more focused on her beauty business now.*
She did gal. She was always dancing. Trust me if she wasn't pregnant she would have gave us a dancing performance
The dancers on the levitating platforms had it the hardest! They had to make it look like they were dancing full out while those platforms wobbled and teetered the whole time! I didn't notice it until I rewatched the performance. Kudos to them dancers!
one of them almost fell to but they got up and got right back to business ! that has to be scary af😅
Dancers without music are nothing
Rihanna is 34 years old and has given a lot to the music industry. I am glad she is pregnant again. I am so happy for her!
Pregnant or not, Rihanna was back on the stage having FUN! That’s satisfying enough. She did her thing.
she looked very bored tho
That was not having fun. That was “I promised to do this a year ago and I must stick to my contract.”
This the big stage lol, if u don't want to get creative then stay home.
@@noredoosno2929 it literally was creative did we watch the same performance???
@@Khsjsj it wasn’t the bare minimum…wow
I think having the dancers and scale of set design be so grand kinda brought an energy to the performance that blended well with Rihanna’s vocals. absolutely LOVED the set design, worked so well with the list of songs she chose to do.
Pregnancy and aging has done her voice well. She sounded so good - the best I've ever heard her!! And mama has hits for days!! Her music catalog is incredible. I don't think anyone can touch her hits. I also love how the entire set of songs flowed so seamlessly. The arrangement was sickening.
Shoutout to the dancers and the choreographer. I love you Rih but the dancers were the highlight of the performance for me. They ate!!
yall are such haters. rihanna did amazing and the dancers did their thing
@@welp3694 Rih is pregnant and had minimal energy which is totally okay. She did well considering the circumstances. But I’m not going to lie and say she had me entertained. The dancers were amazing and stole the show for me personally. I still love Rihanna but the dancers outperformed her.
The dancers DID THAT! PERIODT. Especially that one dancer during ‘Work’
@@rodlyalcide2372 darling, Rihanna always das low Energy and that not Wanda be here vibes XD
Yeah I thought the same! I also figured that was kinda the point too lol, the dancers kinda dancing for Rihanna seeing as she’s pregnant and gotta be careful so they kinda had to dance for ma girl 😂 I like how she was still tryna dance a lil bit tho cuz I know she wanted too lmao. It was all amazing tho!!
Rihanna has so many hits that you could swap out the entire setlist for her other songs and it will still be a bop!
We are lucky she even decided to do this! I wouldn’t break my back for no one if I’m 9 months post partum and pregnant again. She still gave !
Yeah maybe she shouldn’t’ve done it then.
Yep what about not being selfish and let another artist at its peak to SHINE? Nope? All fenty? All rihanna? All her? Ok, selfish *ss.
@@angelacuebasmercado4036 well she did . and did great at that. Fans know what to expect when it comes to her performances.
@@__shaney it’s really giving fake Rihanna fans on the internet like the Navy knows what’s up
@@__shaney sucks to be her fan then
Her voice was strong and it felt like she was enjoying this special MOMENT as a performer, an artist, and a mama-to-be who is living out her biggest childhood dreams. Robyn-girl does what she wants and I love it! Nothing but love for her---congrats and blessings to her growing family!
I was screaming and singing along the whole time. The Rihanna concert was so good 🔥🔥
Me too!
Me three!
Loved the preformance. The pregnancy reveal did had me shocked, as well as her starting with B*tch better have my money high above the field (Thought she was gonna start with Diamonds & end with Umbrella or Stay).
If I had to add a song to the set list, I would of love to hear Disturbia or Don't stop the Music.
Good to see Rihanna sing again, the dancers killed it and I wish her and ASAP the best.
Good job as usual very good job you always do a good job you the queen for real Sho Nuff happy see you with that belly out there much love much success don't stop those dancers were phenomenal phenomenal!!
This is giving me nostalgia from you reacting to her 2016 VMA performance 😂❤
Now THAT performance was actually lit
@@qicle she danced more. But her vocals were more polished here
@@BLINGRIAH-RirixMimi yes because it was pre-recorded track 😂
@@qicle yepp, I was expecting something similar but I’ll give her a pass due to pregnancy 😂
Facts
From the creative direction to.. the aesthetic.. to the choreography.. to the well thought out staging.. to Rihanna hitting all her marks with that cool ass Island vibe.. to her having hits that literally captures every mood.. to her doing it w/ out any wow factor from bringing other artists. This show was amazing and is my second favorite to Beyonce… and in front of Katy Perry. I legit don’t know why some ppl are struggling to understand her artistic approach.
This was GOOD!
THANK YOU! The key word in artistry, is artist and having a flashy over danced, and belting vocals... doesn't always to be everyone's style! No one says anything to Adele! The staging was fluid, the dancers/dancing was balanced, the wardrobe, the camera work, the vocals just artistic and gorgeous!
I loved it. Once all saw that baby bump. I knew the dancers were gonna go off. But the presentation was GIVING!!!! And vocals were there. And let's be honest
EVERYONE was there for her. We didnt give af. 😂🤣 we was just happy she showed up.
It’s a bop. I loved it. Just wished she did love on the brain but I still loved it. The production itself was amazing. Her singing diamond was just gorgeous.
I thought she did a good job. It was visibly stunning. She sounded great. She looked great. Good job Rihanna
You lie
@@mi-moon_ stop being a hater
@@mi-moon_ 😂😂😂
How was it stunning? I wasn’t stunned, i was bored
She sounded great because her vocals were prerecorded lol
I had SO MUCH FUN watching Rihanna have SO MUCH fun, herself, during this performance. I actually felt like I was in her living room with her, and she just decided to turn that moment into a show. But we could all join in. It felt very personal, and not so much perfomative. And I appreciated that A LOT. I was crying the entire time, especially when she was pulling them dance moves (while pregnant). It was just so pure, and joyful and absolutely STUNNING. And she was not even wearing high heels!!!!! So, the whole atmosphere was giving RED-SICKENING ENERGY! I cried, and this performance still makes me very emotional. We get to see Rihanna's love for music, but also her tenderness, and maternal nature comes through during this performance as well. I saw her touching her bump, which was just so sweet to watch. So, I am OBSESSED with this performance. I fell in love with Rih even more after this performance. I actually, have never watched a musician perform, and still feel more human and utterly relatable to the audience, even the audience at home. So, this was absolutely stunning for me. It was giving everything it needed to give. I'm so glad that she performed this halftime, in SNEAKERS. Who even does that? BADGIRLRIRI does that! So, there you go. Much love for the Navy, for you Zach, and for mama Rih. Giving us BadMamaRiri at this point. Love to see it. ❤
Happy happy birthday love. I can appreciate Rih Rih giving us live vocals over the background track. Her confidence is always giving. How big your guannaas gotta be to announce your pregnancy at the Super Bowl after years of no music. She will and always has done whatever her heart desires. And I live!!!
I liked its simplicity. I grow tired of the dragons flying around, busy stage with cages, chickens, goats, poles, buffets, sharks, beach balls and whatever else you can add. Give me some Rih. Give me some lights and some backup dancers and you got it.
When you put the old clip in from the work reactions is absolutely amazing and inspiring to see how much you’ve changed, grew and developed!!! Well fucking done to you Zachary!!! 👏👏👏👏
so true.
His whole life has completely elevated in every way in these 7 years. A true inspiration.
Yes yes
I think she did the best, cool choreography, great stage, cool song transitions, maybe she's not as agile as a girl and slim, but for pregnant women rihanna nailed it, rihanna's vocals are more mature and good, for me this show is amazing ,
@ Wandra 21
She was not singing. My God. This is God Worshipping at it's finest. When was Rihanna singing. Beyonce was pregnant and performed at the VMA and did not give such a horrible performance. You guys need to speak the truth. One of the worse Super Bowl performance of all time. Hands Down. Horrid.
@@1972achin Rihanna was singing live, you delusional. Backtracks are not lip syncing. Y’all haters are sick. She did that and will be timeless
@@southside-hornbaby5325
Whatever makes you feel good you can believe it. Go back and watch that horrific performance you can clearly see that she was lip syncing. You can't even be objective about that part of her performance. Wait and see, twenty years from now when she is writing a memoir you will see I was right. She not only trolled The NFL, Roger Goodell and Jay-Z, she trolled her fans. She thought her fans were smart enough to know why she agreed to do that performance for the NFL but, she was wrong. Wait 20-25 years from now. She will be laughing at how she trolled them all. You guys are just gullible and suckered. Good job Rihanna on trolling everyone. I see it here in the comments just how gullible your fans are about a lazy and horrid performance. Great joke Rihanna. 👏 🤣
@@1972achin base is not playback
@@1972achin get beyonce’s name out of your mouth
Stop using beyonce as a way to put down rihanna because they are two different types of performers ESPECIALLY stop comparing their pregnancies because that’s their own bodies
For a second I thought Zack was going to flop it and I was ready to get my Karen on and write a strongly worded email and ask to speak to the manager - rih didn’t have to do anything and she chose to bless us - we whole heartedly appreciate that - and safety first for a pregnant woman, she gave VOCAL and stage presence and still put on a SHOW
Lmao.... 🤣🤣🤣
One of the best performance ever, the creativity, excecution, visual is another LEVEL
Vocals were definitely there 👏🏿👏🏿💖🔥
I WAS WAITING FOR YOUR REACTION AS SOON AS I WATCHED IT LIVE!!! SHE SHOWED UP AND SHOWED OUT CONGRATS RIRI FOR BABY #2!!!! ❤❤❤😍 HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZACH!!!! 🎉🎉🎉😂
Firstly, Happy Birthday
Secondly, Rihanna killed it
Thirdly, congratulations for RiRi
Aside from the fact she's preggers, let's also talk about how the Superbowl does not pay its artists/performers. So I think for the fact she essentially gave us a FREE show, she did a great job. As I always say, "You'll have to pay for the rest."
It was cute for what it was, and I'm also so happy for her with baby #2. I wonder if she's gonna start a "trend" of announcing a new baby every February lol. The same happened with the first baby too; he was announced/confirmed in February of last year and then popped out 3 months later.
Oh please. Super Bowl has never paid artists. They give them a budget that they work with. It’s up to the artist to maximize on whatever business moves they want to leverage by being on undoubtedly the most popular stage in the country
@@seniyah3601 They literally do NOT give them any "budgets" to work with; the artist pays for everything 100% out-of-pocket. The Superbowl will simply donate to a charity of the artist's choice, but the artists do NOT get paid. She paid the dancers, the staffers, the staging concepts ALL of that. Rihanna is a BILLIONAIRE whose money is NICE AND LONG; she could literally choose to not sing or perform for the rest of her life if she wanted to. She gave a FREE performance and literally did it for her fans. Also I'm not sure what yall were expecting as Rihanna has NEVER been known to be extra with her performances. She's always had more of a mellow chill vibe when performing. She's not going to give what Bey, Cardi or even Doja give on stage.
Just be glad she even agreed to do it, because many artists have been boycotting on the strength they DON'T get paid for the performance at all. Rihanna is a Billionaire and has the financial backing to not ever need to be paid for a performance for the rest of her life. Music is not her focus right now. She's focused on her businesses, her brand, and her pregnancy, as well as being a new mom since her first baby isn't even a full year old yet. STOP BEING A HATEFUL WENCH.
I gotta admit I was a lil disappointed because of the anticipation didn’t match what was actually given but I think she did the best she could do given the circumstances of her being pregnant so shout out to her for going through with something so risky. IT WAS DEFINITELY A BOP‼️‼️‼️‼️
So glad someone said it I thought the same thing
I agree
I love the watchalongs Zachary bringing back the iconic VMA reactions, more of this!!❤
I was so excited to see her on my screen again! The set list was great, the stage set-up was awesome, she looked beautiful, the bump was bumping, her mic was ON. Everything was great for me!
I was right about BBHMM to open. I was screaminggggg 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I honestly believe this shows a true testament how good and how big of a catalog Rihanna has with her music. Yes the show could be flashier, but not everything that glitters is gold. Having a semi simplistic performance like this really show cased how effective and versatile Rihanna songs are and even give appreciation to the dancers for fitting every vibe. Issa 8.5/10 for me
I love Zach’s honesty here. I feel like it captures most people’s real thoughts without making it seem negative or anything.
tbh the dancers CARRIED this performance
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That was there job because she is pregnant!
@@lachell257 well beyonce was also pregnant on her love on top perfomance…
@@mehhhhhhhhhhh beyonce was NO WHERE NEAR as far as long as rihanna is. When beyonce was this pregnant she sat in a chair that got tilted backwards.
@@dva5610 you don’t even know how far rih is lol I’m just saying comparing the belly sizes… beyonce perfomance on the chair she was almost giving birth on stage 😂 don’t get me wrong rihanna is a great artist, she never was a big performer like bey but what i’m saying is that I expected so much more from her since she had been gone for a long time
She killed it, I just wished she performed Pon De Replay
she dont like sos or pon de replay it was hard times and doesn't represent her
Rih definitely did enough to me .. also she pregnant but she’s always been a chill performer and vibey so they low-key choreo from her wasn’t too much of a let down and the vocie was elevated aswell. I was just filled with happiness the whole time
I loved it, She really did have fun and performed more Smartly than anything and she defnitely had fun. You know you a Legend when you gotta Skip Hits lol. I do hope we get new music, but I can always wait, I still Jam to All her Jams and will be here when she drops. I am so happy for her! She really wanted to give us something different. I do wish it was more like the Vanguard Awards, but that is the Stan in Me! I always knew she was gonna close with Diamonds. She still sounds Amazing! I appreciate what she gave us and look forward to what she has in store! ASAP ain't playing and I couldn't be happier for her! She had never been a mommy so let her enjoy! :)
I’m glad you pointed out that 2016 VMAs moment, I couldn’t wait for you to post this video so you could see that she finally hit it 😂
i was waiting 😂 she hit it TWICE just to make sure he heard ir
OMG Happy Birthday Zach!! Wishing you blessings in 2023. I loved Riri’s performance. As a pregnant woman, she still dances better than hella people who aren’t preggo
FINALLY … i was waiting for your reaction😭
We love Rihanna but if this was anybody else’s show, we would be singing a different tune. The anticipation was too big for that production. They can still honor the fact that she’s pregnant. This isn’t just a performance, but a halftime show for freaking Rihanna. 13 minutes is too long for the same stage setting,outfits, colors, transitions and no guests.
I am just gonna say : Justin Timberlake was dragged at the time for having 4 different sets, amazing choreography, a piano solo and several guests. and Rihanna is being praised for doing the BARE minimum. Screems reverse sexism to me but okay. .
I've missed your reactions!!!! I need an OG reactor for moments like this ❤️
Diamonds gave me chills and more importantly I need that rude boy remix right now.
BEEEEN WAITING FOR ZACHARY TO DROP THIS ONEEEE🎉❤
I loved the performance. It was perfectly minimalistic yet the production was stunning. The dancers were working for that CHECK, okay?! And it was just really nice to see her out there again. The pregnancy reveal was so nice. I don’t think she did anything off Anti so that was a surprise. Also loved how she didn’t have any guests. I love Lift me Up 😂
Work is off Anti lol!
@@Neosoul_prima true
It was good, just left me wanting more. The dancers and the stage were the highlight imo.
That VMA reaction has me dying everytime 😭😭😭
I really enjoyed this performance she gave a SET and BOPS
I loved every minute of her performance and that fact that she song her throat off and while pregnant. And sounds amazing. Now I done already heard some people saying that she was lip syncing and obviously she wasn't. CLEARLY. What is wrong with yo ears?
Finally someone else said it! She was singing!!
This performance had me so emotional 😭
I def feel like this performance was more of a love tribute to all of the fans who’ve been with her since she came out. We know her as a musician first. That’s how she got put on. She is now a business woman and that’s ok. Everyone grows and moves on. I just feel like you can tell this was more a performance of gratitude versus a passionate performance and before y’all start, I never expect Rihanna to do flips and vocal acrobatics. She herself has admitted she’s not a dancer or vocalist. I think she truly is in a different place when I comes to music and this may have been her way of saying thanks to her fans by giving them something to hold on to while she moves on to her new passions. It was a visually beautiful performance (the dancers and stage setup were the highlights!) and I think her vocals have def matured and I loved hearing the evolution of her voice. All in all it was a nice performance but the passion was not all the way there for me and that’s ok. I think I mostly loved it for the nostalgia of seeing her sing again. I know she’s in a new space now. Much love to her for even doing this for us bc I was worried we’d never see Rihanna perform again and I’ve missed her💕
Definitely a BOP!!! People saying she was lazy. How Sway. They wanted a pregnant woman to pop lock and drop it? Stop it! She did great and her voice was on. Love her ♥️
I'm with you Zack, I was anticipating a bigger performance.
i'm more excited to watch this reaction video than the halftime itself kfsfnkjsdnf
This is so fun to watch after watching the performance 50 times already. I’m gonna live tweet haha. This is hilarious just hearing the predictions AND Y’all betting on the opening song? Hahaha tooooooo funny Rih Rih came with INTENTIONS
9:29 i came here exactly for that lol I needed that from you cause her mic was ONNNNNN so proud
She should have started the show with umbrella as she literally comes down in an umbrella... and as she lands she should have switched it to carribiean sound... rap sound and pop and then she should have ended the song with diamonds as she is strapped on a diamond and lifted up to the sky!!!
I had a whole as concept for her songs and show
AS SOON AS I HEARD THAT NOTE in Work.....I thought about you and how Zach got have some positive to say about our girl this time LOL
I agree with your comment. It was a great performance for someone preggers but the hype built up to see her performance was a bit meh for me. I think someone coming out would have been that extra umph it needed. But visually stunning to watch. Congrats to her and ASAP on expanding their family. Well wishes to them! ❤️
Honestly Ri is just the coolest celebrity we have. Her level of zero fux is unmatched
Happy belated birthday Zach!! Wishing you all the best and hopefully you have a Happy Valentine's day!
Hi my love...just new to the channel and reviewing your posts and saw this. Loved it..and although pregnant and limited in dance...she ATE. Now here is a tidbit that was missed in the commentary and will truly make you gag. You remember that the last song Diamonds in the Sky ... did you know that the big red coat worn by Ri was owned and formerly belonged to the late Andre Leon Talley and was worn by Ri as tribute to the late fashion icon during her performance of this song? Deep Subliminal but there. In addition to the performance this was an absolute heart touching tearful drop the mic moment for me..as Talley loved Ri dearly. Not even crumbs were left... just the bare table!
Happy Birthday!!! my favorite content creator
The Dancers were fire and I love how she promoted her brand. That’s how you do it, happy birthday Zach 🫶🏾
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LUV💯🎉🎉🎉I GAVE THIS A BOP BCUZ THE DANCERS AND THE SET UP WAS GIVINGGGG HOWEVER, I wish she would have performed a little longer with all the hits RIRI HAS BUT SHE SHOWED UP AND OUT💯🔥🔥🔥🔥
Happy belated birthday Zach and you killing that outfit and bun yessssssss
As soon as I saw her do the “ mmmm mmmm mmmm” note in this performance instantly thought of your vmas reaction and I literally bursted out laughing LMFAO
I had fun watching her performance! It was cool seeing people's tiktoks that were there because her mic was on!!!
Loved the performance beginning to end! The dancers were beyond the beyond, Rih sounded amazing, and she looked fantastic with baby #2 onboard but I feel like you though, Zach…I wanted MORE! It felt like it was supposed to be bigger….I mean she did say they had gone through 39 versions of the performance. Hopefully a different iteration will make its way to the stage whenever she decided to go on tour again…if ever 😅
9:02 That VMAS reaction is LEGENDARY!!!!!! We know what you were referring to!
She ate tf out of that rude boy choreography! my favorite part
FINALLY! I have BEEN waiting for this reaction, Zach. Thank you! 😍
On the vma part when you show her messing I www dying laughing
I just appreciated the show.
& happy birthday love 🫶🏾
did she do needed me y’all? cuz i needed dat 😩😩 much peace much love to her and her family! Keep shining RiRi your an ICON✨❤️ a talent majestic spirit
That clip of that Work hum from the VMAs sends me every time 😂
This duo I didn’t know I needed?
I was looking for u for the past 48 hrs for this reaction. It’s 1am in UK but couldn’t resist. Happy Birthday 🥳
I loved the whole performance it was visually stunning too!
9:17 OH WE REMEMBER ZACH
She heard you and hit that note tho
I just liked the Kanye Tribute say what you will but this performance was very Kanye influenced down to her outfit, the floating stage, the dancers outfits, it was all very Yeezy. That’s the first thing I noticed.
I INSTANTLY thought of the throwback mtv moment when she hit us with the “ummmm ummm ummmmmmm”😂
She ate💅🏽 Pregnant, 150ft in the air baby and all, she came and did what needed to be done💯 peridot.
Look, I am a Beyoncé Stan. But Rihanna really killed it. I’ve seen her perform, she is a “lazy” dancer but that’s what we love about Rihanna and she gave us her. Yes, she couldn’t do much because she’s pregnant but she danced. She gave proper vocals. The best stage Super Bowl has seen and I was captivated. I’m happy for her and let’s hope we get an album
I kinda get why people aren't so impressed with this performance but it's my favorite Superbowl performance along with the 1 with Eminem, 50 Cent, & Dr. Dre.
you basically said "SHE DIDN'T FUCK THAT NOTE UP!" this time LMAOOO
I agree with you Zack. Dancers Ate! I wish she would included "Disturbia" or "Please Don't Stop the Music." Her dichotomy my song list is crazy. On interview she said, " She had 39 Playlist performance remixes to review." I enjoyed performance in Rihanna style.
My only complaint was that she didn’t do “Lift Me Up”. I wanted to cry and get in my Wakanda feels. 😭
Oh no I’m so glad she didn’t
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It would've been poetic too since she was on those platforms lol
Lol, this song is so average, there’s nothing interesting about it, I’d rather see her perform towards the sun instead of lift me up any day.
But I know she doesn’t have the vocal skills to sing those songs live.
I like the song choices, I’m glad she did RUN THIS TOWN, one of the best songs of her career, I’m also glad she didn’t do pon the replay, this song is annoying as fuck
Lmaooo 9:33 She did eat that note up but no cap 🧢 vma’s the note was tired 🥱 BUT ALL IN ALL LOVE THE REACTION SO FAR ❤️ Love You Zach
I’m rolling because I had just commented under a TikTok post saying I know Zachery is proud riri finally hit that note 😭😭😭
Happy Belated Birthday Zachary!! We love you and enjoy yourself! 🎉🍾🥳
I feel so happy every time I watch that performance again, I'm so happy for her and A$AP, they're at this stage in their lives and we have to respect that. It was a total BOP, how I missed Rihanna on stage
I think musically this has been the best SB, a lot of songs, good remixes, she sounded amazing, she danced, those dancers... PURE FIRE. The more I watch it the more goosepumps i get. I would even say I put it in the first place along with Gaga. Super cool
LMFAOOOO the “mmmmmmmm” I’m SCREAMING
My favorite part was seeing HOW MUCH FUN all of the dancers were having!
I'm glad for the Navy that she did the Superbowl and she is a total rockstar to do this while expecting but I appreciate you Zach for keeping it a buck because more was definitely deserved and expected but to compensate with solid choreo from the dancers and that incredible set was great consolation but I wanted to see RiRi bring the Caribbean Heat as only she can.
I think had she not been pregnant, she would have been PERFORMING honey!!!! Because she is a PERFORMER and puts on a showwwwww!!! I agree with Zach wholeheartedly, I wish there was more but I understand. Still a solid show for me!
She came back. Gave y'all a song, a mini concert... And now she's going back on maternity leave. No album until 2029