4t Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll are set to headline “The All-American Halftime Show,” promising a unique performance that blends worship and country-rap styles. Their act aims to bring a fresh, faith-driven energy to the halftime stage, offering viewers a powerful and inspiring alternative to traditional Super Bowl shows. Fans eagerly anticipate what could be a historic moment in halftime entertainment.
In a bold move that’s electrifying the cultural landscape, Turning Point USA’s The All American Halftime Show, dubbed “The Perfect Game,” has tapped worship leader Brandon Lake and country-rap sensation Jelly Roll to headline its counterpoint to Super Bowl LX’s halftime show on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium. Set to air live opposite Bad Bunny’s NFL spectacle, this faith-fueled alternative—hosted by Erika Kirk and Megyn Kelly—promises a genre-bending fusion of worship and country-rap, celebrating “Faith, Family, and Freedom.” With Lake’s soaring anthems and Jelly Roll’s raw storytelling, the event aims to redefine halftime entertainment, offering a soul-stirring rebuke to pop culture’s glitz.
Brandon Lake, a Grammy-winning Christian artist, brings his arena-packing worship hits like “Gratitude” and “Praise” to the stage. Known for leading thousands in prayer at venues like Madison Square Garden, the 35-year-old’s emotive vocals and spiritual intensity resonate with audiences craving transcendence. Jelly Roll, born Jason DeFord, complements Lake with his gritty, redemptive ballads like “Save Me” and “Son of a Sinner.” The 40-year-old Nashville native, whose 2023 album Whitsitt Chapel topped country charts, has captivated fans with his journey from prison to stardom, blending rap’s raw edge with country’s heart. Together, their performance—teased as a “collaborative set unlike anything fans have seen”—promises to weave worship’s reverence with country-rap’s relatability, a nod to the late Charlie Kirk’s vision of cultural reclamation.
Announced on October 14, 2025—Charlie Kirk’s would-be 32nd birthday—the event carries the weight of his legacy. Erika Kirk, TPUSA’s CEO since her husband’s assassination, framed it as a tribute to his fight for “truth and freedom.” The lineup responds to backlash against Bad Bunny’s selection, with critics like House Speaker Mike Johnson pushing for patriotic acts like Lee Greenwood. Lake and Jelly Roll, both outspoken Christians, align with TPUSA’s ethos, offering a performance that’s less about spectacle and more about soul. “This is for the heartland, for the faithful,” Jelly Roll posted on X, where fans like @FaithfulFan22 hyped it as “the halftime America needs.”
X is ablaze with anticipation. Posts like @nettermike’s, “Skipping Bad Bunny for Lake and Jelly Roll—real music, real values,” have racked up 60,000 likes, while others mock it as “preachy karaoke.” The show, reportedly backed by a $7 million donation from Danica Patrick, may feature surprises like a military tribute or a gospel choir, amplifying its patriotic pulse. Unlike the NFL’s globalized flair, this halftime leans into heartland values, with Lake’s worship anthems and Jelly Roll’s redemption tales poised to strike a chord.
This isn’t just entertainment—it’s a cultural statement. Following Super Bowl halftime controversies like the 2020 Shakira-J.Lo show, which drew 103 million viewers, TPUSA’s gambit challenges the NFL’s narrative. Fans expect a historic moment: imagine Lake’s “I Need a Ghost” segueing into Jelly Roll’s “Need a Favor,” blending spiritual hunger with raw confession. As one X user put it, “This could be the most authentic halftime ever.” With viewership split looming, the question isn’t just which show you’ll watch—it’s whether Lake and Jelly Roll can make “The Perfect Game” a cultural touchdown, redefining what halftime means in a divided America.
