Green Day will open the Super Bowl 2026

[ThranaM]

Everyone thinks the same. 
Can we all just take a short moment to enjoy the comment section of this video?
 

 

[Lark]

Someone mentioned the possibility of the invite only concert this week being what gets aired before the Super Bowl. Thoughts?

[Paola17]

3 hours ago, Lark said:

Someone mentioned the possibility of the invite only concert this week being what gets aired before the Super Bowl. Thoughts?

I don't believe so. There was an interview for iHeart, and they asked about the Super Bowl invite only thing, but it seemed like Billie was going to talk about the super bowl performance. I think he tried to say it twice or so before he realized that they were asking about the party beforehand. 

[GuitarPunk94]

https://www.themirror.com/entertainment/music/green-day-super-bowl-lyrics-1646118

[arcadiagay]

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Ron Favali, Principal at The Message Garage, speculated Green Day's message at the show won't necessarily be divisive. He stressed that there's another element to the pop punk band's performances — and it's one of unity.

He told the Mirror US, "During live shows, Armstrong frequently emphasizes community, inclusion, and the idea that Green Day concerts are safe spaces for everyone in attendance.

"That message — unity, belonging, and shared experience — is ultimately the version of Green Day we’re most likely to see on a stage with the global reach of the Super Bowl."

Honestly, a version I hadn't even thought of. But one that is most likely, I think. Fun article though.

[Tre's Busted Drumkit]

9 hours ago, Lark said:

Someone mentioned the possibility of the invite only concert this week being what gets aired before the Super Bowl. Thoughts?

Likely. I knew someone who was invited to be on the field for a Super Bowl halftime show. They had very specific instructions about where to stand, when to move and what to do. If the Green Day show is being televised, I can't imagine the NFL wanting anything less than total control.

And by total control, I mean total. They made Flea pre-record his parts and play unplugged for RHCP's halftime show because they didn't want any chance of anything being fucked up. Basically the only music actually being performed live at most Super Bowl performances is the drums and the lead vocal.

[Mollyluna]

3 hours ago, Tre's Busted Drumkit said:

Basically the only music actually being performed live at most Super Bowl performances is the drums and the lead vocal.

But isn’t the lead vocal the „dangerous“ part in a GD performance?😂

8 hours ago, Paola17 said:

I don't believe so. There was an interview for iHeart, and they asked about the Super Bowl invite only thing, but it seemed like Billie was going to talk about the super bowl performance. I think he tried to say it twice or so before he realized that they were asking about the party beforehand. 

Yes, and he said something like „we mustn’t say“, probably because it wasn’t official at that moment.

[jengd]

I have no idea what an “MVP” is or whatever it is but depending on the set up GD may be there almost as background music, the focus may be more on the other people so it could be a difficult line for them. If they go off script it could look disrespectful but that hopefully won’t stop them playing at least one song with a clear message, or maybe a message in a t-shirt depending on how dance Billie decides to dress. 

[Tomcat20]

On 1/29/2026 at 11:28 PM, Montclare said:

It's one of the few times I'd support Know Your Enemy being played, since it'd be easy to slip in "Do you know Trump/Ice's the enemy".

Very likely, especially since the song can also be interpreted in a sports context. It's a perfect double entendre.

 

Remember this promo from back in 2009?

 

[sergiewoo]

I think im a little scared and excited for how green day will present themselves during the performance. It seems like there's going to be a bit (or maybe even a lot) of control involved in this and if that's so they're obviously going to find a way to put a message out in one way or another

[Mollyluna]

8 minutes ago, sergiewoo said:

I think im a little scared and excited for how green day will present themselves during the performance. It seems like there's going to be a bit (or maybe even a lot) of control involved in this and if that's so they're obviously going to find a way to put a message out in one way or another

I feel the same. On social media there is so much excitement about their performance and really high expectations. I hope the band doesn’t feel pressured too much. I hope they‘ll manage to have a great performance with a message!

[Tre's Busted Drumkit]

8 hours ago, Mollyluna said:

But isn’t the lead vocal the „dangerous“ part in a GD performance?😂

Pretty much lol

4 hours ago, sergiewoo said:

I think im a little scared and excited for how green day will present themselves during the performance. It seems like there's going to be a bit (or maybe even a lot) of control involved in this and if that's so they're obviously going to find a way to put a message out in one way or another

Just play Holiday five times. Dedicate it to a different person each time, and give a different person the floor each time around. The homophobic slur in there can be easily replaced with other slurs each time.

[killjoywhatsername]

The expectations seems crazy. I’m in a discord for a political podcast and people seem to think Green Day will really put the fire to the Trump admin and I’ve had friends tell me the same. I just don’t see it. I love the band (obviously, I mean, I’m on here 😂) but besides changing a lyric in AI and/or Holiday I don’t see the rebellion that I think a lot of people are expecting from this band. 

[Luna Jinx]

1 hour ago, killjoywhatsername said:

The expectations seems crazy. I’m in a discord for a political podcast and people seem to think Green Day will really put the fire to the Trump admin and I’ve had friends tell me the same. I just don’t see it. I love the band (obviously, I mean, I’m on here 😂) but besides changing a lyric in AI and/or Holiday I don’t see the rebellion that I think a lot of people are expecting from this band. 

They have hit the mark hard and definitely have been heard in the past but they’ve been a little tone deaf on what it’s like to actually live as a poor or marginalized group. They are not poor and have been protected by wealth and yes people around them and people that don’t know any better either. There’s no way to avoid it with the way they are and always surrounded by the same people and sheltered/protected lifestyle. There’s no point in risking too much or needing to lawyer-up for anything. Costs too much. 

They are a great band and they do a lot more than most. However, they do have filters and they do seem to keep their guards up. I doubt anything super groundbreaking or shattering will happen with the Super Bowl performance. They’ll do a great job and continue with their normal routine.

From a semi-casual fan something big might be expected to shake up political and entertainment media. As a seasoned fan, I’m not expecting anything too much. A great performance and not much more.

[arcadiagay]

I am keeping my expectations low and I am just excited to see a Green Day performance. I don't think there's any reason to be anxious for this performance. My only hope is that people won't hate on them if the performance doesn't meet people's expectations.