Coldplay's Chris Martin Puts Rihanna On A Pedestal

The duo has a longstanding relationship after releasing Princess of China in 2012 and performing the song live at the Grammys. However, it's Rihanna's first Super Bowl headline, although Coldplay performed at the Pepsi Half Time with Beyoncé and Bruno Mars in 2016.

Martin told Lowe that he's a Rihanna fan and can't wait for her grand comeback. The singer acknowledged that the billionaire hadn't been a musician for six years, so his decision to return to music using such a large performance indicates that she loves singing.

The Coldplay lead singer added that Rihanna's business ventures take up her time, and the idea of her returning to music despite her multi-billion dollar businesses means we should expect the best. Martin then added,

Mid-topic, Martin reminded Lowe and the listeners that his opinion of the Umbrella singer is biased because she could do the barest minimum and blow him away.

The older artist added that Coldplay and Rihanna had performed together more than once, and he has firsthand experience with her excellent vocal range.

Rihanna concurred with Martin when asked about what to expect from her Super Bowl show. The singer said she's performing a 13-minute set that's almost impossible to pull off due to time constraints.

The 34-year-old said she's been very involved and busy with preparations that she forgot her upcoming 35th birthday. However, she needs to deliver an unforgettable show since it's the first one in six years.

Rihanna underwent rigorous exercises to be physically fit for the performance, as she recently delivered a baby boy. She accepted the offer to perform at the Super Bowl three months after her child's birth, and the thought of flopping scares her.

However, the Caribbean-born artist said she'll stand by whatever verdict critics have of the show.

Fans can expect her to infuse her culture into the set because it inspired her quick decision to do the show. Rihanna fancies herself a role model for immigrants and hoped to make them proud this Sunday.

The Super Bowl Half-Time show by Apple will be from 7:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and you can watch it on Fox in the U.S. Also, there might be surprise appearances.