It’s been 14 years since the iconic music video for “Telephone” by Lady Gaga and Beyoncé came out, and fans have been eagerly waiting for a sequel ever since. The video ended with the tantalizing words “To be continued…” written across the screen, leaving viewers craving for more. Now, after Super Bowl LVIII, rumors of a part two have started circulating, leading fans to believe that their long-awaited wish might finally come true.
Gaga and Beyoncé both attended the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, where they witnessed the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the San Francisco 49ers. While it may seem like a routine star-studded event, there are some intriguing details that make this appearance more significant. The original “Telephone” music video begins with Gaga getting booked into “prison for b#?/7&es” on February 11, 2010. Coincidentally, Super Bowl LVIII also took place on February 11. This alignment of dates sparks curiosity among fans, making them wonder if there is a deeper connection between the event and the possibility of a sequel.
The Cryptic Clues
On the same Super Bowl Sunday, Beyoncé shared a video announcing her next album. In the video, we see her driving a retro taxi cab through the desert, reminiscent of the iconic scene in the “Telephone” music video where Beyoncé rescues Gaga from jail. This parallel imagery raises eyebrows and fuels speculation about a potential continuation of the story. Beyoncé is known for her love of Easter eggs and hidden messages, so fans are hesitant to dismiss this as mere coincidence.
Adding to the puzzle, Beyoncé released two new songs following her Act II announcement, and one of them is titled “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM.” Fans were quick to draw connections between this and Gaga’s hit track “Poker Face.” Not only do both songs share a card game theme, but Gaga’s opening line in “Poker Face” is “I wanna hold ’em like they do in Texas, please.” This apparent synchronicity intensifies the speculation surrounding a possible sequel to “Telephone.”
During the Super Bowl, Gaga casually snapped a photo of the field, flashing a peace sign in front of the camera. However, fans couldn’t help but read deeper into this simple act. Some theorized that Gaga was subtly teasing “Telephone” part two by holding up two fingers, symbolizing the much-anticipated sequel. Additionally, Gaga sported a San Francisco 49ers jersey with the number “16” on it. Coincidentally, Beyoncé released a song called “16 CARRIAGES” around the same time. This correlation led fans to speculate that the jersey number might be a nod to Beyoncé’s new track, further entangling the mystery.
One puzzling clue that caught fans’ attention was Beyoncé’s appearance in a phone ad. While it might seem out of character for Beyoncé to star in an advertisement, fans delved deeper and found compelling evidence to support their suspicions. In the original “Telephone” music video, popular service provider Virgin Mobile was featured multiple times. Hence, some fans speculate that the recent phone ad featuring Beyoncé could possibly be another clever hint at a sequel.
As the rumors, clues, and speculations continue to swirl, fans eagerly await confirmation of a “Telephone” sequel. While no official announcement has been made by Gaga or Beyoncé, the pieces of the puzzle presented by these iconic artists certainly raise eyebrows and keep hopes alive. Only time will tell if the long-awaited continuation of this legendary music video will come to fruition, but until then, fans will continue to dissect every clue and eagerly anticipate the day when the phone will finally ring again.