That’s right, we’re talking about the halftime show, which has become one of the most coveted blocks of stage time among music’s top stars.
Super Bowl halftime performances are typically about 13 minutes long. Viewers can always expect a spectacle ― usually filled with fireworks, a whole lot of glitter and perhaps even a giant golden lion.
Our favorite part of the performances, though, has to be the costumes.
Over the years, Super Bowl halftime performers have worn some pretty memorable outfits. Remember Michael Jackson’s now-iconic black and gold look from 1993? Beyoncé even paid homage to the ensemble when she performed with Coldplay in 2016. What about Diana Ross’ massive gold cape? Or Prince’s bright blue suit and purple guitar? And we can’t talk about Super Bowl halftime fashion without mentioning Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake and the infamous wardrobe malfunction that led to #nipplegate.
In the meantime, take a look back at some of the most iconic and memorable halftime outfits of Super Bowls past:
1972: Carol Channing at Super Bowl IV
1989: Elvis Presto at Super Bowl XXIII
1991: New Kids On The Block at Super Bowl XXV
1993: Michael Jackson at Super Bowl XXVII
1994: Wynonna and Naomi Judd at Super Bowl XXVIII
1994: Travis Tritt at Superbowl XXVII
1995: Tony Bennett and Patti LaBelle at Super Bowl XXIX
1996: Diana Ross at Super Bowl XXX
1996: Diana Ross at Super Bowl XXX
1997: James Brown at Super Bowl XXXI
1997: ZZ Top at Super Bowl XXXI
1998: Queen Latifah at Super Bowl XXXII
1998: Smokey Robinson and Martha Reeves at Super Bowl XXXII
1999: Gloria Estefan at Super Bowl XXXIII
2000: Tina Turner at Super Bowl XXXIV
2000: Toni Braxton at Super Bowl XXXIV
2000: Christina Aguilera at Super Bowl XXXIV
2001: *NSYNC at Super Bowl XXXV
2001: Steven Tyler and Britney Spears at Super Bowl XXXV
2002: Bono at Super Bowl XXXVI
2003: Shania Twain at Super Bowl XXXVII
2003: Gwen Stefani (with No Doubt) at Super Bowl XXXVII
2004: Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake at Super Bowl XXXVIII
The moment before #nipplegate.
2004: Janet Jackson at Super Bowl XXXVIII
2004: Kid Rock at Super Bowl XXXVIII
2004: Diddy at Super Bowl XXXVIII
2006: Mick Jagger and Keith Richards at Super Bowl XL
2007: Prince at Super Bowl XLI
2007: Roger Daltrey and Pete Townsend at Super Bowl XLIV
2011: Black Eyed Peas at Super Bowl XLV
2011: Usher at Super Bowl XLV
2012: Madonna at Super Bowl XLVI
2012: Nicki Minaj, Madonna and M.I.A. at Super Bowl XLVI
2012: Redfoo (of LMFAO) at Super Bowl XLVI
2012: Cee Lo Green and Madonna at Super Bowl XLVI
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)
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Katy Perry gives a thumbs up after performing during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
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In this image made with a wide angle lens, Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
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Katy Perry, right, and Lenny Kravitz perform during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
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Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
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Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz.(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
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