Anitta is making history.
The 31-year-old Funk Generation superstar will kick off the halftime show for the NFL‘s first-ever regular-season game in São Paulo, marking a new expansion of American football into South America, via Billboard.
Her performance will combine the “vibrant spirit of Brazilian music with the exhilarating intensity of American football,” according to the report.
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“I am incredibly excited to perform in São Paulo at the NFL’s first game in my home country of Brazil,” she said in a statement to the outlet.
“Growing up here has completely shaped me as an artist and, of course, as a person. So it means everything to be able to bring fans around the world the excitement and joy of our amazing music and culture. It’s really a dream come true to be a part of this moment.”
She also teased what to expect: “While I want to keep a lot of elements of the show a surprise, I can tell you I will perform Brazilian funk! I can’t wait to do this in front of so many Brazilians at home, as well as the global audience who will be able to see the show as well. It’s going to be big, and I’m excited for everyone to see what we have in store.”
Earlier in the summer, she took over a museum with an exhibition dedicated to her music!
