Anitta made history by appearing at half-time of the first game of the NFL in Brazil, held at the Neo Química Arena in São Paulo on Friday (6/12). The singer’s performance was broadcast to the American public, with a setlist focused on hits in English and Spanish. Even with most of the Brazilian fans in the stadium, Anitta chose to direct the show towards an international audience, with a powerful and energetic presentation.
International setlist with touches of Brazilian funk
The show of Anitta brought a scenario inspired by funk dances, similar to his tour Funk Generationbringing a bit of Rio de Janeiro culture to the NFL stage. The singer opened her performance with songs in Spanish Involve and Bellakeohits that have already won over foreign audiences. Soon after, he followed with tracks in English such as Loose Ya Breath and Savage Funkall from his recent album Funk Generation. To close, Anitta gave a taste of Brazil by including the instrumentals of Go Malandra and Funk Ravewhich raised the energy of the show.
Applause and mixed reactions in Brazil
While Anitta delivered a vibrant performance for the international broadcast, the audience at the stadium had mixed reactions. Some fans showed a certain distance, since the performance was more geared towards American viewers. However, many also applauded the singer, recognizing her talent and professionalism in representing Brazil in a global event like the NFL.
Special appearances at the NFL event
The show of Anitta was not the only special attraction of the night. The Brazilian public was also treated to the presence of other great national artists. Luísa Sonza had the honor of singing the Brazilian National Anthem at the opening of the match between the Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles, while Zeeba, known for his international success, was responsible for presenting the United States anthem, creating a moment of cultural connection between the two countries.
Anitta and The Weeknd: a successful partnership
The relationship of Anitta with the international music scene goes beyond the NFL. She recently collaborated with The Weekndone of the biggest names in world music. The choice of São Paulo as the starting point for The Weeknd’s new tour was no coincidence. The Canadian singer had two sold-out nights at Allianz Parque last October, and Anitta played an important role in his performance.
An unexpected collaboration
During the shows of The Weeknd in Brazil, American producer Mike Dean, who has worked with big names such as Jay-Z and Lana Del Reyasked for a vocal recording of Anitta to complement the Canadian’s special performance. The result of this collaboration exceeded expectations. Based on the material sent by the Brazilian, The Weeknd composed a new song, which became the highlight of his tour.
The impact of the partnership
In an interview with Billboard Brazil, The Weeknd praised her friend and co-worker: “Anitta is a great friend. What she sent was so amazing that we created a song around it.” According to him, the song had so much potential that they decided not only to use it on stage, but to make it the heart of the show. This international recognition reinforces the global presence of Anitta and highlights Brazilian talent in the music scene.
Anitta makes a dream come true with The Weeknd
Anittain turn, shared his excitement when talking about the collaboration with The Weeknd. “I wrote some verses as a joke and never imagined that they would become something serious. Suddenly, I received the finished song. I loved it! I was very honored and flattered,” Anitta told Billboard Brasil. The partnership with The Weeknd is, for her, a dream come true.
Brazilian funk in the spotlight worldwide
Anitta highlighted the pride of taking Brazilian funk to international stages and collaborating with a renowned artist like The Weeknd. “I’ve always been a big fan of his work and never imagined this would happen. Now it’s a dream come true. It’s a little more Brazilian funk, as promised, all over the world.” said the singer, showing her mission to further internationalize the sound of Brazil.
A new horizon for Anitta and Brazil
With these achievements, Anitta reaffirms her position as one of the greatest Brazilian artists with global impact. Her role in the NFL and partnership with The Weeknd are just some of the steps she has taken towards international domination. The singer continues to break barriers and show that Brazilian talent has a guaranteed place on the biggest stages in the world.
Summary for those in a hurry:
- Anitta performed at halftime of the first NFL game in Brazil, with a show aimed at the American public.
- The setlist included hits in English and Spanish, with settings inspired by funk dances.
- Luísa Sonza and Zeeba also participated in the event, singing the national anthems of Brazil and the USA.
- Anitta recently collaborated with The Weeknd on a song that became a highlight of the singer’s tour.
- The Weeknd praised Anitta, stating that the partnership was essential for the new show.
- Anitta highlighted her pride in taking Brazilian funk to the international scene.
Source: Atrevida
Earl Johnson is a music writer at Gossipify, known for his in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the industry. A graduate of USC with a degree in Music, he brings years of experience and passion to his writing. He covers the latest releases and trends, always on the lookout for the next big thing in music.
