Every Super Bowl Halftime Show Ranked from 1989 to 2002

TLDRA journey through every halftime show in the modern era to discover the best performances worth your time.

Key insights

🎵Aerosmith and *NSYNC teamed up for a memorable performance in 2001, with a mix of their biggest hits.

🌟The Diana Ross performance in 1996 set a great standard for the quality of halftime shows.

🦁The bizarre tribute to Indiana Jones in 1995 is one of the most unusual halftime shows ever.

🌍U2's tribute to 9/11 victims in 2002 touched hearts with an uplifting setlist and scrolling of names.

🎸The 2000 halftime show was a chaotic and corny Disney affair, featuring Phil Collins and multiple performers.

Q&A

Which halftime show was the best?

Opinions may vary, but the Aerosmith and *NSYNC performance in 2001 is often considered one of the best.

What was the most unusual halftime show?

The tribute to Indiana Jones in 1995 was one of the most bizarre halftime shows, mixing Patti LaBelle and Tony Bennett with Indiana Jones fight scenes.

Which halftime show had the most emotional impact?

U2's tribute to the 9/11 victims in 2002 was incredibly emotional, with an uplifting setlist and a scroll of the names of those involved in the tragedy.

What was the weirdest halftime show theme?

The tribute to Indiana Jones in 1995 stands out as one of the weirdest halftime show themes, featuring awkward performances and awkward Indiana Jones fight scenes.

What was the corniest halftime show?

The 2000 halftime show, featuring multiple Disney performances and an Epcot parade theme, is often considered one of the corniest halftime shows.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction - Every Super Bowl halftime show ranked from 1989 to 2002

01:18Discussion of the memorable Aerosmith and *NSYNC performance in 2001

07:36Highlight of Diana Ross's performance in 1996, setting a high standard for halftime shows

09:24Recap of the unusual tribute to Indiana Jones in 1995, including awkward performances and fight scenes

14:26U2's emotional tribute to 9/11 victims in 2002, featuring an uplifting setlist and scrolling of names

12:54Discussion of the corny Disney-themed halftime show in 2000, with multiple performances and an Epcot parade theme