The Weeknd headlined the 2021 Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday.- The 30-year-old Canadian sang a medley of his biggest hits, including "Blinding Lights."
- Fans joked about the aesthetics of his performance on Twitter, especially a trippy funhouse scene.
The Weeknd headlined the 2021 Super Bowl halftime show with a medley of his biggest songs, from his 2011 debut "House of Balloons" to hits from 2020's "After Hours."
The 30-year-old Canadian singer, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, appeared in a suspended car wearing a sequined version of his signature red blazer. He moved to a stage set up in the stands, migrated through a funhouse-style set, and mounted a massive finale on the field surrounded by look-alike dancers.
Fans gushed about his performance online, though many joked about its dizzying aesthetic.
Insider rounded up the 15 best memes about The Weeknd's halftime show below.
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Watch the full performance below.
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