Bruce Springsteen Super Bowl Halftime Show 2009

The Boss will rock Tampa when Super Bowl XLIII hits the Northern Florida city on February 1. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will provide the entertainment during the 2009 Super Bowl Halftime Show, inside sources revealed to the New York Post on Monday.
“He was just confirmed,” says a spy.
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On August 12th 2008, Ashley wrote:
I like Bruce’s music,plus he is so charming!
He hooked up with a tall beauty on ” Seekingtall.c om “?
On September 28th 2008, heather wrote:
This will be the best half time show ever!!!! It’s about time that they have their turn at the superbowl.
On October 1st 2008, Janine wrote:
Bruce will be rockin’ the Super Bowl! Woot! Excellent choice! Rock on Bruce! Can’t wait!
On October 11th 2008, Paul wrote:
Bruce Spingsteen is the awesomest rocker in the history of the world! I absolutely cannot wait!
On November 30th 2008, Tilly wrote:
This will be the worst Half time show ever!!! Why not get someone younger and up to date? The younger generation watches the Superbowl also!
On December 24th 2008, JACKFISH wrote:
there is a grassroots effort out there at halftime everyone will leave and take a dump in his honor
On December 25th 2008, Jerry Rook wrote:
Another liberal hack barfing out his hate like an elk taking a dump.
On December 25th 2008, john wrote:
WOW that sucks. I thought they were going to hae a good super bowl half time like back in 2004. even wihout janet jackson they lots of great artist perform. from kid rock to puff it was a great half time show. but now its just a guitar player and his band. Can they mix it up?
On December 25th 2008, Brandi Murphy wrote:
The Boss can still rock but I’d soooooo rather see the DMB up there.
Either way it’s too bad our boys won’t get to play on their home field…
On December 28th 2008, Summer wrote:
wtf. Bruce Springsteen. who the fuck is that? that question should explain his future performance! Whoever chose him needs to listen to the fucking radio and see how many times this Bruce Springsteen mother fucker gets put on…
On December 30th 2008, Matt wrote:
Who is Bruce Springsteen? Hahahahaha. How many times he gets put on the radio? Hahahaha. Yea maybe not your hot 97 station. Get some variety in your life you clowns. Bruce is a God. Can’t fuckin wait till this halftime show. I’m not betting on the game. I’m betting on how many babies are made during the time he plays.
On January 3rd 2009, Stile wrote:
This is going to be so lame. The NFL is just keeping their streak of lame performers since the “wardrobe malfunction” going. That was in 2004 get over it! Bruce Springsteen, Prince, Tom Petty…all these are so lame no one under the age of 40 wants to listen to these losers. Get someone the people actually want to hear!
On January 5th 2009, Dissapointed wrote:
Why in God’s Earth is Journey not playing? This is a shame to all humanity. He is good, but Journey demolishes him in every aspect. Nothing is more horrific than a missed opportunity to see or hear the best group of musicians to ever grace the planet. I would personally like to apologize to Journey for this travesity.
On January 9th 2009, MattinVa wrote:
Why not get someone who’s new? An artist who could use the exposure to reach a new level of fame? Here are some options.
Taylor Swift. Brand Paisley. Anyone on country radio. Daughtry. Anyone from American Idol. O.A.R. 3 Doors Down.
All of these acts, plus TONS of others, would be safe choices, and would be likely to keep folks in front of the TV.
On January 11th 2009, colleen wrote:
Bruce….You are Amazing!!!!!!!!! It’s about time you rock it for Superbowl!!!!!!!!! I have seen 12 of your concerts through the years and you’ve never disappointed!!!!!! Can’t wait!!!! Hope our Giants are in again!!!!!!!!! One of your biggest fans….Colleen ps You know my bro Pete too!!!!
On January 11th 2009, shcooter wrote:
Better yet,go back to nothing but commercials,so we can all get something to eat and be back for the 2nd half..
On January 11th 2009, Morgan wrote:
I am not too fond of this choice. I would much rather see a couple of people like Brad Paisley and Toby Keith. That would be a great show.
On January 12th 2009, JimBob wrote:
I Like the Choice, I would rather see real musicians then a bunch of young hooligans Jumping around on Stage like a bunch monkeys with Jock-itch and no belts. BRUCE ROCKS!! but when It comes down to it it’s all about Football!!
Go Steelers
On January 13th 2009, Billy Bunter wrote:
who the hell are Brad Paisley and Toby Keith????
On January 13th 2009, Larry wrote:
We don’t want new “talent” because their “talent” is fake. Bruce rocks. He’s a legend known to all. Until new artists can prove themselves worthy, keep the Legends in.
Hey, it’s better than the Jonas Brothers.
On January 14th 2009, Helen wrote:
Bruce Springstein…ugh…I’d rather stand in the long bathroom line. He had his ‘glory days’ with just a few classic songs. Why are people glorifying him?
TRUE rockers…bring back Aerosmith …who isn’t afraid to share the stage with the fresh talent out there.
The only reason Bruce came to mind was probably becuase he asked to do it, or maybe he offered to do it for less money..in any case…he’s a ‘has been’ who doesn’t want to hang up his guitar, or keep politics off the stage.
I’ll be half timing it channel hopping.
On January 14th 2009, afroaustin wrote:
wow why does the NFl hate us young people I mean are they trying to make it so nobody under 40 watches the halftime show I’m not saying I want Jay’z or something but can we please get somebody who’s had a hit in the last 7 years wheres LL when you need him
On January 18th 2009, bruce fan wrote:
bruce sprinsteen has his own station on serious satellite radio. who do you want playing at the halftime show? people like kanye? have you heard him sing lately? Bruce springsteen isn’t just a singer with a guitar, hes a legend. He Rocks! get over it. everyone should love him.
On January 20th 2009, Lucas wrote:
I think the Dave Matthews Band and Ben Harper should play at the superbowl halftime show. that would f…..ing rock!
On January 20th 2009, Paul wrote:
Springsteen is a third rate guitarist, songwriter and a political moron!
On January 20th 2009, Cara wrote:
Bruce is a living legend, amazing performer, incredible songwriter, and an inspiring musician and artist. I can’t wait to watch!!!
On January 21st 2009, Cindy wrote:
Hell ya…Bruce Springsteen will rock the superbowl!
On January 22nd 2009, Dan wrote:
You are all drooling idiots to think that raspy groan of a voice that eminates from what one could call a human being is any where worth spending the precious time you have the use of your ears left. He’s awful, and it’s embarrasing to watch a nation of people get fooled into believing that this person is an artist
On January 24th 2009, Babs wrote:
I actually have one of those babies made during a Bruce Springsteen performance!
On January 25th 2009, MotherHenDragon wrote:
This will be the FIRST and ONLY superbowl I have EVER watched EVER – and that would be ALL of them since they started in my lifetime………….
Bruce Springsteen and the East Street Band have had made an indelible print on the history of music. From his early music – much of which told the stories of average people, thru the Glory Days and with a little Magic, this group has gained a very loyal following among all ages. While much is not what one would call “Top 40″ stuff, it nevertheless attracts a wide audience – mostly of respectable concert-goers.
The energy this man brings to the stage is legendary and I personally would just LOVE to see other “old” rockers who can physically do what this man does.
The most wonderful think about Bruce is that he sings from the heart……….he feels what he is singing and that conveys itself outward to those listening.
I could not be more thrilled – the promoters simply could NOT have put together a better show!
On January 25th 2009, Vince Cartier wrote:
Tampa is not a northern Florida Town. It is in the center of the state and on the Gulf coast.
On January 25th 2009, Duey wrote:
Should be a 3 hour concert by the Boss and a 20 minute game (4-5 min quarters). Boss rocks.
On January 25th 2009, Sunshine wrote:
Great!! So, you say we are going to have an ALL HAIL OSAMA…I mean, OBAMA halftime!? Can’t wait…to turn off my TV! Whose bright idea was that!?
On January 26th 2009, Drew Peacock wrote:
yo fuck naggers, the boss rocks, bring O.A.R. and the Foo Fighters, fuck the cardinals
go eagles!
On January 26th 2009, Mike Oxslong wrote:
Yoooooo i agree bring the foos! Why the hell are they taking a break. It is a proven fact that that babies that are conceived during a bruce springsteen concert have bigger dicks all yall naggers…. i am living proof of this
On January 26th 2009, Toms Mangina wrote:
First of all you sta sta stutter too much. totally agree to bring the Foos to the superbowl.
.
Go Eagles
On January 26th 2009, ALEX MADR wrote:
THE BOSS RULES!!!! LIKE IT OR NOT!!!
On January 28th 2009, Disappointed 2 wrote:
JOURNEY is my best pick…………………….please, Bruce give way
On January 29th 2009, dee wrote:
Tampa IS NOT a Northern Florida City. It is in Central Florida.
On January 29th 2009, Max Valentine wrote:
I just wanted to say that this sucks. Bruce Springsteen is not good. I will surely not be watching this.
On January 29th 2009, tb wrote:
The BOSS is an employee now.. he sucks..old twisted nose lame moose lips
On January 30th 2009, Bill Braski wrote:
Bruce Springsteen is a hack and a no talent fÜck!! The guy sucks and has never even had a good tune, regardless of awards or popularity.
No one consulted me when this guy was dubbed the “Boss” and had that been the case… I would have taken this dude out of the runnings!!!
EFF BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN!!
On January 31st 2009, badmedia wrote:
If the halftime show was any good, then all the other halftime shows that come on the other channels in it wouldn’t have a show to watch.
There is a reason they have so many alternative half time shows.
For you Springsteen babies, you’re momma is easy.
On January 31st 2009, P hood wrote:
What the fuck is a nagger… you hide behind a desk faggot
On February 1st 2009, Nicole wrote:
I think that Bruce Springsteen is a great choice. I am of the younger generation but i still love bruce! He is a true american and is very talented musician. He is a great addition to the people performing at the Super Bowl!!
On February 1st 2009, john doe wrote:
get lil wayne
On February 1st 2009, Jerry wrote:
i think you people that dont know who Bruce is have never really listened to real music. He is overrated in my opinion but still kicks the shit out of foo or LL. And im sure he wont embarrass our country with a stunt like janet and prince
On February 1st 2009, kameron wrote:
get lil wayne for hte half time show not some washed up loser
On February 1st 2009, ndgame wrote:
This SUCKS!!!!! How many more years are they going to go until they get rid of the old farts!!!
BRUCE SUCKS!!!!!
On February 1st 2009, your daddy wrote:
god watching this “performance” BRuce suckstein is so horrible the worst yet! doesnt deserve to be there when the last time u heard em on the radio…. sry perscrition only reason ur surviving but this is fuckin horrible only for the old farts
On February 1st 2009, Larissa wrote:
I thought Fall Out Boy and Rihanna were supposed to perform also?
On February 1st 2009, pll wrote:
With the economy and the war the way it is, I do not understand why the communist did not sing “Born in the USA?” The most disappointing half-time show in history.
On February 1st 2009, MightyMouse wrote:
Disappointed in show. Did not even know who it was. dah songs were not even familiar. Geesh Always expect more than this. It only happens once a year. So many better performers to choose from. Did he play for free ? Is that why he was there. Money saver. Who is responsible for choosing the entertainment ? Fire them.
On February 1st 2009, Logan wrote:
Are you guys serious? Lil wayne… why would we want to ut anythign so trashy on? that is NOT talent, i repeat NOT talent… im not a sprigsteen fan… but i choose him over someone as crappy as Lil wayne…
serously?
On February 1st 2009, freakie wrote:
Lip sinking @ its finest … please spare us the crap of so called American singing … what a joke Bruce
On February 1st 2009, Lynn Johnson wrote:
Being an avid football fan, the only time i get up to get anything to eat or drink is usually halftime. As i was getting someting to eat i heard the music from the other room and then went back and again was glued to the TV watching Bruce Springsteen…
Thanks..
Oh, and my team won :-)
On February 1st 2009, kristin wrote:
It’s comments like these that make me so sad to be part of my generation. If you are interested in good music at all, turn off the station that only plays todays hits and educate yourself with some real music. Bruce Springsteen is a classic artist who clearly has a passion for what he does. Or you can choose to listen to the same song by Rihanna played 7 million times in an hour. Your choice.
On February 2nd 2009, My Generation wrote:
I can’t believe they got Bruce to perform. I don’t think he is a good artist. He can’t sing, can’t hold a note, and his song is really out dated by today’s standards. Since Bruce was performing for the half time, then they should of had some of the old football stars play at the super bowl.
Get with the time!!! Just like technology, 486 processor vs. dual core processor. Have someone with real vocal talent to sing at the football. Please. This year sucks!!! And I surely won’t sponsor any super bowl event at my company anymore.
On February 2nd 2009, cris wrote:
It sucked! I’m sure if your over the age of fifty, you thought he rocked; however, i thought the performance was weak. How can you not play, “Born in the USA”?
On February 2nd 2009, Keith and The Girl wrote:
I won 2 million dollars on the Steelers!!! Thanks, Bruce!!!
On February 2nd 2009, Domenico Castriciano wrote:
I LOVE BRUCE MUSIC IS THE NUMBER ONE
I DONT UNDERSTAND WY SOME IDIOT TALK BAD .
THIS MAN IS THE ROCK &ROLL.
2 MILLION DOLLAR SO WHAT YOU PAYD FOR
SHOUT YOU MOUTH
On February 2nd 2009, Obamamama wrote:
Should have gotten George Obama; this guy knows how to party. George Obama 26 was in possession of marijuana, after allegedly being caught with a single joint of “bhang” Of Barack Obama Sr’s eight children, George Obama was born less than a year before his father died in a car accident partying down the highway. Four of his half-siblings were born to a Kenyan wife, Kezia, and three – including Barack – to two American liberals. George’s mother Jael is also Kenyan? Maybe!
Thats a half time party……. Makin babies and leaving the mother to raise them. Typical…………
On February 2nd 2009, Clarence Dookiesworth wrote:
Man, what is wrong with some of these commentors? How can you not know who Bruce Sprinsteen is, and how could you think his music sucks? I gotta admit that the half-time performance certainly wasn’t his finest, especially since he was out of breath by the second song, but the man is definitely a classic American musician – a true poet with a heart.
On February 2nd 2009, dorothy wrote:
Springsteen is not just another entertainer or an ” entertaining voice “… He is a true poet laureate of our nation,and belongs in the company of Maya Angelou and other great artists that our blessed America has been lucky enough to claim as its own.
On February 2nd 2009, Karl wrote:
Bruce couldn’t hit a note to save his ass. His days are over. I thought the performance sucked. Couldn’t hit the remote fast enough. These half time shows are BS.
On February 2nd 2009, greg wrote:
meh, the halftime show was kinda…lame. My parents even called afterward and thought it wasn’t that great. I would have loved to see Journey doing the show instead. Much more appealing to more generations.
On February 3rd 2009, jim wrote:
Its about time they got a real half time show. He is awsome. And for all of you Springsteen HATERS who would you like to see the Joanos brothers??? Get a life. Thanks Bruce you ROCK….
On February 15th 2009, luls wrote:
stop being so dependent on a good half time show, if you dont wanna watch it dont watch it, he’s an awesome dad and a great performer
and whoever said lil wayne go eat a dick, he’ll never make a timeless song