Swizz Beatz is steering clear of the drama. Usher spilled the beans about a heartwarming exchange they had. The fan response to his fiery “My Boo” duet with Swizz’s wife, Alicia Keys, at the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show sparked this conversation.
“Absolutely, we laughed about it,” Usher confessed during a Feb. 19 visit to The Breakfast Club. The way people think is wild, he mused. But, hey, it’s all love.
The “OMG” crooner then delved into the idea behind his cozy performance with Alicia. She’s the mother of Swizz’s sons, Egypt, 13, and Genesis, 9.
The performance? It was all about fun, according to Usher. The song he and Alicia created years ago was the inspiration. “We celebrate it because of the legacy of it,” he explained.
The 45-year-old wanted to make it clear – he meant “no disrespect” with the choreography. There was a moment where he embraced Alicia from behind. It was just part of the act.
Swizz’s take on the 2024 Super Bowl show aligns with Usher’s. The show had guest appearances from Jermaine Dupri, H.E.R., Will.i.am, Ludacris, and Lil Jon. After the “Burn” singer’s Feb. 11 performance, the “On to the Next One” producer had a chat with fans. Some thought the steamy duet crossed a line. He set the record straight.
