‘I Genuinely Teared Up’: Lady Gaga’s ‘Hold My Hand’ Performance at the Super Bowl Ignites Reactions — Video
Lady Gaga captivated audiences with her Super Bowl LIX appearance on February 9, 2025. Performing from Bourbon Street in New Orleans, her rendition quickly became a major talking point.
A netizen’s comment on Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl LIX performance in New Orleans | Source: Facebook/TheSunUS
In the video, Michael Strahan and Tom Brady introduced Lady Gaga’s performance while standing among emergency responders and attendees. Strahan wore a “NOLA Strong” T-shirt, while Brady sported an “L.A. Fire Department” shirt, showing solidarity with the affected communities.
Michael Strahan and Tom Brady walk with a crowd of emergency responders on Bourbon Street, New Orleans | Source: YouTube/NFLonFOX
As the camera panned, the 38-year-old singer appeared at a piano, dressed in an elegant white ensemble with an oversized hat and flowing bell-sleeve dress. She then delivered a stirring rendition of “Hold My Hand,” her 2022 power ballad from the film “Top Gun: Maverick.”
Lady Gaga performs as the crowd encircles her on stage on Bourbon Street, New Orleans | Source: YouTube/NFLonFOX
The “Poker Face” hitmaker’s performance sparked a wave of reactions online. A netizen criticized the aspects of the performance, “Couldn’t understand a word she said,” while another remarked, “Little off a few times with the lip syncing [sic].”
A closer look at Lady Gaga singing “Hold My Hand” on Bourbon Street, New Orleans | Source: YouTube/NFLonFOX
However, many users praised her emotional delivery. “I genuinely teared up. She has such a beautiful voice,” a supporter shared. Another commented, “A true talent and class act. One of the greatest and most genuine artists/celebrities on the planet. The world needs more people like her.”
Despite mixed reactions, Lady Gaga’s performance stood out as a significant moment, drawing widespread attention from viewers.
