Justin Bieber's Weird 'Everything Hallelujah' Song Gets 240% Streaming Bump After World Cup
A 240% surge in streams for Justin Bieber’s 'Everything Hallelujah' follows the inaugural FIFA World Cup halftime show performance.
The story so far
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final featured a 30-minute halftime concert, marking a break from tournament tradition. The performance included sets from Justin Bieber, BTS, Shakira, and Madonna, with production elements ranging from a Swarovski-gloved Madonna to the involvement of the Muppets. Coverage from outlets including Rolling Stone, Billboard, and Yahoo Sports highlights the immediate commercial impact for performers.
While Rolling Stone tracks the streaming spike for Bieber, other outlets like E! News and Forbes report on the financial aspects and historical milestones of the event. Critique regarding the show’s production remains varied, with Time Magazine and Yahoo documenting polarizing audience and reviewer reactions.
Observers are tracking the long-term impact of FIFA’s move to incorporate concert-style entertainment into major tournament matches. It remains to be seen if the halftime format will be adopted for future sporting events or if further details regarding the production costs and artist compensation will be disclosed.
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Coverage (10)
- How Much Did Shakira, Justin Bieber and More Get Paid for World Cup 2026? Breaking Down the Cost E! News · 47d ago
- Which Artist Got the Biggest Boost Performing at the World Cup? Billboard · 47d ago
- World Cup final: FIFA breaks tradition for 30-minute halftime break with show featuring chaotic combo of BTS, Justin Bieber, Shakira and Madonna Yahoo Sports · 47d ago
- Madonna Played Keeper in Swarovski-Covered Gloves at the 2026 World Cup Halftime Show Vogue · 47d ago
- ‘It Was Terrible’: Megyn Kelly Trashes Madonna, BTS & Justin Bieber’s World Cup Show Yahoo · 47d ago
- The World Cup's First Halftime Show Did Too Much and Meant Too Little Time Magazine · 47d ago
- BTS Makes History — Again Forbes · 47d ago
- Madonna and the Muppets Made the Case for Love The New Yorker · 47d ago
- FIFA World Cup Halftime Show Director on Making First-Ever Concert: “Challenging Beyond Challenging” The Hollywood Reporter · 47d ago
- Justin Bieber's Weird 'Everything Hallelujah' Song Gets 240% Streaming Bump After World Cup Rolling Stone · 47d ago
The obvious questions
What song saw a surge in popularity after the performance?
Rolling Stone reports that Justin Bieber's song 'Everything Hallelujah' received a 240% bump in streams.
Who performed during the halftime show?
The concert featured a lineup consisting of Justin Bieber, BTS, Shakira, and Madonna.
Was this the first halftime show in World Cup history?
Yes, coverage from Yahoo Sports and The Hollywood Reporter identifies this as the first-ever concert halftime show produced by FIFA.
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