Jay-Z And Beyoncé Were In 'Artist Mode' During Demi Lovato's Super Bowl Performance

While in Demi-Lovato's striking National Anthem performance at Super Bowl LIV, Jay-Z and Beyoncé (along with daughter Blue Ivy) remained in their seats. Right now that the event is in our rearview reflects, Jay-Z has revealed to the public that, contrary to everyone's beliefs, neither he nor his spouse was protesting. They were, as an alternative, analyzing the show from artists' perspectives.


Jay-Z conducted a Q & A session at Columbia University yesterday (February 4) where he was asked if, by him sitting down, was he "trying to convey a signal." His answer immediately put that idea, which was starting to grow legs in the public's eye, to bed.  "It actually wasn't. Sorry," he said before continuing on, explaining that his brain went into "artist mode" as he started to break down the show from this perspective."So I'm really just looking at the show. Did the mic begin? Was it also low to begin? "


Another thing that he revealed was that he didn't notice that they'd been sitting down for the full efficiency up until it was also late. Jay-Z was wrapped up in a conversation with Beyoncé about how Lovato possibly feels performing at the Super Bowl since Bey's "performed at the Super Bowl before, and I haven't." He went further, saying that there wasn't a required for "silent protest" thanks to the diverse set of halftime performers that included Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, and more which is "making the largest, loudest protest of all."


Looking at Roc Nation's partnership with the NFL, it's clear that Jay-Z didn't need to protest. Last August, the NFL unveiled the partnership which, and also including social justice efforts for the community, gave Jay-Z the power to advise the league on artists for major performances like the Super Bowl. Since he had a large hand in shaping this year's diverse halftime show, what he says makes a lot of sense.


Check out Jay-Z's full comments on the scenario over on TMZ.