"A Look Back at the Eagles' Super Bowl Years: Music, Movies, and More"

"A Look Back at the Eagles' Super Bowl Years: Music, Movies, and More"

The Philadelphia Eagles have had some unforgettable seasons, and their Super Bowl years were moments that brought the city together like never before. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit the pop culture highlights from these iconic seasons.

Super Bowl LVII – 2022 Season (February 12, 2023)

A Return to the Big Stage
The Eagles made it back to the Super Bowl with an unforgettable season under Jalen Hurts' leadership. While the outcome wasn’t in Philly’s favor, the year was packed with memorable pop culture moments.

  • Top Songs:

    • "Anti-Hero" – Taylor Swift

    • "As It Was" – Harry Styles

    • "About Damn Time" – Lizzo

  • Top Movies:

    • Top Gun: Maverick

    • Avatar: The Way of Water

    • Everything Everywhere All at Once

  • Pop Culture Highlights:

    • The rise of AI tools like ChatGPT.

    • The dominance of TikTok in social media.

    • The Philadelphia Phillies made it to the World Series.

Super Bowl LII – 2017 Season (February 4, 2018)

The Year Philly Became Champions
The Eagles' first Super Bowl victory in franchise history was a moment fans will never forget. While the "Philly Special" played out on the field, here’s what was dominating pop culture:

  • Top Songs:

    • "Shape of You" – Ed Sheeran

    • "Despacito" – Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee

    • "Bodak Yellow" – Cardi B

  • Top Movies:

    • Black Panther

    • Star Wars: The Last Jedi

    • It

  • Pop Culture Highlights:

    • The #MeToo movement gained global traction.

    • The debut of the iPhone X.

    • Netflix was booming with hits like Stranger Things and 13 Reasons Why.


Super Bowl XV – 1980 Season (January 25, 1981)

The Eagles' First Super Bowl Appearance
Although the Birds fell short against the Raiders, the 1980 season was a defining moment in franchise history. Let’s rewind to what was popular back then:

  • Top Songs:

    • "Call Me" – Blondie

    • "Another Brick in the Wall" – Pink Floyd

    • "Funkytown" – Lipps Inc.

  • Top Movies:

    • The Empire Strikes Back

    • Airplane!

    • Caddyshack

  • Pop Culture Highlights:

    • Pac-Man fever swept the nation.

    • Cable TV was on the rise with networks like CNN launching.

    • Fashion trends included high-waisted jeans and bold colors.


 


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