Taylor Swift Explains Why She Won’t Be Performing at the Super Bowl
Taylor Swift has clarified her decision not to perform at the Super Bowl, stating it’s due to being ”too locked in” with current projects, not due to any reluctance related to her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.The singer addressed the speculation during an appearance on The Tonight Show, where she also discussed tracks from her recently released album, The Tortured poets Department.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell publicly extended an invitation for swift to headline the halftime show in September, calling her a “special, special talent” and stating she would be welcome ”at any time.” Despite Kelce’s enthusiasm for her participation, Swift explained, “And this is nothing to do with Travis. He would love for me to do it. I’m just too locked in.” This decision comes as bad Bunny was recently announced as the headliner for the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, a performance jointly announced by Roc Nation, the NFL, and Apple Music.
Swift used her tonight Show appearance to delve into the meaning behind songs on The Tortured Poets Department, including ”Opalite” and the album’s title track. The declaration of Bad Bunny’s 2026 performance took place during halftime of the December 24th game between the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers, with bad Bunny stating the opportunity was “for those who came before me” and a party of his culture and history.
