Super Bowl nears, relive some of the most iconic halftime shows from decades past, including Beyoncé's powerhouse performance to Prince's electrifying set.

Before the Super Bowl halftime show became the spectacle it is today, it was often a simple mix of marching bands and variety acts. Over time, it evolved into one of the most-watched musical events in the country, delivering unforgettable moments, cultural milestones and no shortage of controversy.

Blige at Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, just up the street from his hometown of Compton. He’s also the first solo Super Bowl headliner to also have won the Pulitzer Prize for music, which he did in 2018 for the album “Damn,

Part of the fun of the Super Bowl halftime show is not knowing what will happen or who will show up. Driving the news: Kendrick Lamar headlines Sunday's festivities with rumors he'll be joined by R&B star SZA.