Sheryl Lee Ralph, Babyface to perform at Super Bowl

Abbott Elementary star Sheryl Lee Ralph will perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” often referred to as the Black national anthem, and R&B legend Babyface will deliver a rendition of “America the Beautiful” at the Super Bowl LVII pre-show next month, the NFL announced.

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Country singer Chris Stapleton will sing the national anthem, completing the trio of performers at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Feb. 12.

“I can safely say that I never saw this one coming,” Babyface said after the surprise announcement. “I was honored that I got the call.”

The Grammy Award-winning singer, producer and musician admitted he was nervous about performing on football’s biggest day.

“I’ll be completely rattled,” he added. “As much as I’m going to try to be comfortable with it, I know I’m gonna be nervous, because you think about how many people you’re actually performing for and what that moment means.”

Earlier this month, the NFL has confirmed that Rihanna will headline the Super Bowl halftime.