Best Memes about The Weeknd's Super Bowl Performance
The 2021 meme world is off to a slow (though still entirely delightful) start. So far, Bernie Sanders' perfectly grumpy demeanor (opens in new tab) (and handmade mittens!) at Joe Biden and Kamala Harris' inauguration at the end of January Only one viral moment actually has legs. But fear not: thanks to the Super Bowl, and especially The Weeknd's over-the-top halftime performance (opens in new tab), the next wave of the year's best memes is already underway.
During his set (which he contributed millions of dollars (open in new tab) from his own pocket), the artist formerly known as Abel Tesfaye ran through almost all of his biggest hits while wearing a bedazzled red blazer and black leather gloves He had. 'Can't Feel My Face'? Check. "Starboy"? Check. Blinding Lights? Check (duh). Meanwhile, The Weeknd moved from a classic stage setup to a hall of mirrors that was disturbing. When he returned to the football field, dancers with white bandages wrapped around their faces surrounded him.
In sum, it was about 15 minutes worth of ideal fodder for memes. Below are some of the best takes on The Weeknd's mystical performance.
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