Charlie Puth sang the U.S. national anthem before this year’s Super Bowl, delivering an impassioned and polished performance. However, some viewers claimed they noticed something unusual during the broadcast, sparking debate online. The music for Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, featuring the New England Patriots against the Seattle Seahawks, has already stirred conversation.

Bad Bunny’s halftime show divided opinion, and speculation circulated that Green Day used their pre-show performance of American Idiot to send a political message. Following Green Day, 34-year-old Charlie Puth performed the traditional Star-Spangled Banner, delivering a technically flawless rendition that impressed many viewers. Despite this, controversy arose online, with some accusing Puth of lip-syncing.

Comments on social media questioned the performance’s authenticity. One user wrote, “Seemed like Charlie Puth was lip syncing the national anthem. Anyone else have the same suspicions? It was too perfect. Not one note was off.” Another added, “Lip syncing the national anthem? This used to be an honor to sing… embarrassing.” A third said, “Never seen a more obvious lip-syncing performance than Charlie Puth.

Clearly pre-recorded,” while a fourth commented, “Charlie Puth is lipsyncing for his LIFE.” Whether Puth actually lip-synced remains unconfirmed, but speculation fueled a lively online discussion. Fans and critics continue debating the performance’s authenticity, highlighting how even traditional elements like the national anthem can become a source of controversy during major, high-profile events such as the Super Bowl, where scrutiny is intense and opinions run strong.