Verizon Drops Cryptic Ads Hinting at Beyoncé Super Bowl Commercial

Verizon has recently released two mysterious ads that have sparked speculation among fans that Beyoncé may be involved in a Super Bowl commercial. The ads feature subtle references to Beyoncé's music and album art, leading viewers to connect the dots. While neither Verizon nor Beyoncé have confirmed these speculations on social media, fans are eagerly awaiting any official announcements.

The First Ad: A Lemonade Connection?

In the first commercial, actor Tony Hale is seen surrounded by lemons. He is shown holding a lemon juicer and exclaims, "Hold up. She wants me to squeeze all these lemons by myself? This better work." Fans have made a connection between the phrase "Hold up" and a song from Beyoncé's 2016 studio album, "Lemonade." The album is known for its theme of addressing infidelity, specifically inspired by Jay-Z's rumored unfaithfulness. The commercial ends with the date of this year's Super Bowl, 2/11/24, displayed on a black screen, accompanied by a brief snippet of music that sounds strikingly similar to Beyoncé's song "My House."

The Second Ad: The Silver Horse

Verizon released a second commercial featuring Tony Hale and a silver horse statue. Hale jokingly asks the horse, "Should we be in a Super Bowl commercial? Yay or Neigh." The lifeless horse does not react, leading Hale to walk away, saying, "OK, this is a problem." This commercial also ends with the same date and music snippet as the first ad. Fans have noted that Beyoncé poses with a similar-looking silver horse on the cover of her album "Renaissance."

Verizon's History with Beyoncé

This is not the first time Beyoncé has collaborated with Verizon. The company previously sponsored her Renaissance World Tour, providing a platform for fans to purchase presale tickets. Given this history, fans believe there is a strong possibility of Beyoncé's involvement in a Super Bowl commercial.

Possible Las Vegas Residency Announcement

Aside from the excitement surrounding the potential commercial, fans are also speculating that Beyoncé may use the opportunity to announce a Las Vegas residency. Following the successful residencies of artists like Usher, Mariah Carey, and Adele, the Beyhive anticipates that Beyoncé will be the next big name to perform in Vegas. Furthermore, fans believe that the Las Vegas Sphere could be the venue for her residency. Verizon has confirmed advertising on the Sphere during the Super Bowl weekend. Last year, U2's residency at the Sphere was announced through a Super Bowl ad. With U2's residency ending in March, fans are hopeful for a Beyoncé residency announcement soon.

Potential Financial Success of a Vegas Residency

If Beyoncé were to pursue a Las Vegas residency, she could potentially earn millions. Usher reportedly grossed nearly $19 million during his first Vegas residency in 2021, and U2 may have brought in $110 million during the first three months of their residency at the Sphere, according to Billboard. Fans are eagerly anticipating any news regarding a possible residency and are willing to go all out to attend Beyoncé's shows.

While there is no official confirmation from Beyoncé or Verizon yet, the anticipation and excitement among fans continue to grow. All eyes will be on the Super Bowl for any potential announcements or surprises from the Queen Bey herself.

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By: hgetahun@insider.com (Hannah Getahun)
Title: Verizon Drops Cryptic Ads Hinting at Beyoncé Super Bowl Commercial
Sourced From: www.businessinsider.com/verizon-mysterious-super-bowl-commercial-hint-beyonce-appearance-las-vegas-2024-2
Published Date: Sun, 11 Feb 2024 02:04:10 +0000