There has been much speculation among fans regarding Alicia Keys' vocal performance showcased in the Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show.
Particularly after the version released on YouTube by the NFL and Apple Music.
Alicia Keys Off-Key?
Alicia Keys' voice showed off a slight crack as she embarked on the first note of "If I Ain't Got You."
Later on, Swizz Beatz's wife flawlessly recovered and showcased her strong vocal cords throughout the rest of the halftime performance.
But the latest upload in YouTube showcases a flawlessly smooth initial note, leaving fans to speculate whether it was deliberately removed.
The crowd erupted with excitement when Usher stepped into the spotlight during the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show, but their surprise reached a whole new level when he introduced his special guest - Alicia Keys.
As the music started and Alicia launched into the melodic tune of "If I Ain't Got You," nobody expected what came next: a brief crack in her voice on the very first note, catching everyone off guard.
Despite this initial stumble, Alicia, who skillfully played the piano as well, flawlessly carried on to deliver the remaining verses of the song.
During the second song, she and Usher harmonized flawlessly in their collaborative track titled "My Boo."
Last night Alicia Keys’s voice cracked (first video), and fascinatingly, the official NFL YouTube channel appears to be attempting to erase that little moment, having edited it out in their upload (second video). pic.twitter.com/EM4k8rWT8c
— Robert Komaniecki (@Komaniecki_R) February 12, 2024
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The "Confessions" hitmaker's enthralling halftime spectacle included an impressive compilation of his chart-topping anthems, accompanied by a series of unexpected guest performances.
With over seven million views and currently listed as the fifth most trending video, Usher's halftime show on YouTube has certainly gained popularity.
However, on X, previously known as Twitter, fans couldn't help but poke fun at Alicia Keys' cracked voice during the opening.
Many voiced a lingering dissatisfaction with the sound during the duo's performance.
"It was as if something was amiss, throwing off their rhythm," one X user noted.
"The transition between songs lacked the desired seamlessness," this sentiment was echoed by another, who noted that the "off-key moment had been discreetly edited out of the NFL's YouTube video."
Despite the minor hiccups, most social media users couldn't help but shower praise upon Usher's halftime show, including the performances from his surprise guests.
The Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers battled for the trophy of the Super Bowl LVIII.
The game proved to be a battleground that captivated the audience, including A-list stars such as Taylor Swift, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kim Kardashian, Justin and Hailey Bieber, until the very end.
The Kansas City Chiefs won the Super Bowl LVIII.
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