Usher’s Last-Minute Custom Air Jordan 4 Shoe For Super Bowl Halftime Show

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Usher’s Super Bowl halftime show performance was not only a spectacle of music and dance, but also a showcase of a unique and futuristic wardrobe addition – the Air Jordan 4’s. The R&B megastar had to rely on a last-minute custom creation to complete his glitzy ensemble, adding an unexpected twist to his appearance.

The Surgeon’s Swift Action

Dominic “The Surgeon” Ciambrone, renowned for his custom sneaker designs, was called into action just 48 hours before Usher’s stage appearance. Jordan Brand had provided Usher with only one prototype of the silver metallic sneaker, and due to delays related to Lunar New Year, the other shoe was unavailable in time for the Super Bowl.

Usher turned to Dominic, tasking him with recreating the materials of the kicks. The design featured a fusion of chrome finish atop mirrored textiles and blue accents, inspired by the “Confessions” singer’s universal space theme. Despite the time crunch, Dominic managed to perfect the redesign after 11 attempts, ensuring that Usher’s footwear was ready for the spotlight.

A Race Against Time

With the custom shoes completed, Dominic took on the responsibility of ensuring their timely delivery. Handcuffing himself to the briefcase containing the coveted kicks, he embarked on a last-minute flight to Vegas to personally hand-deliver them. The high-stakes mission became a reality as Usher donned the shiny AJ4s during his Super Bowl performance, sharing the stage with fellow artists like Alicia Keys, Ludacris, Lil Jon, Jermaine Dupri, and will.i.am.