The Los Angeles Rams and the Jacksonville Jaguars will face off on Sunday to seek their fifth win. But before the last London game of the 2025 NFL season kicks off, the Wembley crowd will be treated to performances by two incredible voices. Yep, Emie Nathan and Deb Orah will set the tone for the Rams vs Jaguars game by performing the national anthems of the US and the UK. 

Nathan will represent the Stars and Stripes, while Orah will pay homage to her homeland with a rendition of “God Save the King.” As fans gear up for the football action, let’s explore more about these incredible artists who’ll do the pre-game ritual. 

Who will perform the national anthems at Rams vs Jaguars game?

Emie Nathan was born in the Big Apple but moved to London, which became her second home. On the professional front, Nathan emerged as an indie-pop artist with fans hailing her unique “dark but euphoric” style. In 2022, she appeared at the Great Escape festival and opened for Lewis Capaldi during his tour. 

The London-based artist rose to fame with her 2021 single, ‘Noman,’ which has garnered nearly  5 million streams on Spotify. In 2022, she released another track, ‘Static,’ which further boosted her popularity. During her interview with Hunger Magazine, Nathan described her music for folks who haven’t heard her yet. “It’s lyrically driven indie-pop music. I love making things sound a little dark but euphoric too, lots of juicy vocal arrangements….”

Our next artist is Deb Orah, who has been singing Christ’s praises for years. Born in the UK, Orah gained recognition for her focus on the Christian music subgenre. Her gifted voice and spot-on notes landed her on the popular mainstream talent show, The Voice UK. The gospel nightingale turned down the invitation, but finally gave it a shot at her husband’s request.

She spoke about it in her Instagram post that celebrated six years of her marriage to Jean Fidele, a digital creator. And guess what? Deb ended up impressing millions of TV viewers and reached the finale in the 2024 season.

How much do anthem performers earn?

The NFL usually pays national performers wages defined by a union contract. Additionally, these artists get perks like free tickets to the game and something far more important to one’s career- a huge crowd. The global exposure and experience are unmatched and can even result in overnight fame. After all, the NFL is one of the most-watched sports in the States with the highest average attendance globally and high TV ratings.

The league also covers all production and logistical costs, which can be substantial for any artist. Back to the songbirds for Sunday’s game, how have things turned out for them financially?

Rams vs Jaguars game artists Emie and Deb’s career and net worth 

While there is no viable information on Emie and Deb’s salaries and net worth, these singers are earning good paychecks through their talent. In 2021, the New York-born singer released her first single and her debut EP. Within a year, she started singing at festivals and opening for big artists. “I played a BBC headline in March (2022) time and the room was full of strangers who had bought a ticket… I think I laughed mid-song because I was so surprised,” she told Hunger. 

As for Orah, she gained national attention with her journey on The Voice UK. Currently, she gives vocal coaching to aspiring artists and also serves as a worship leader in a church. Now, singing at the NFL pre-game is something the duo really looks forward to!

How singing at a halftime game impacts artists?

It goes without saying that singing at an NFL halftime does wonders for an artist’s career. It can expose them to millions around the globe, both virtually and physically. The platform allows artists to express themselves culturally and connect with a wider audience. 

In terms of monetary gain, the exposure has the potential to increase an artist’s music sales, streaming, and social media following. The artist’s post-game success can be translated into better figures on big platforms, including Spotify, iTunes, Vevo, and YouTube. For instance, the pop queens Jennifer Lopez and Shakira gained 2.3 million new followers on Instagram after their 2020 Super Bowl performance. 

With the Rams vs Jaguars game around the corner, are you excited to see Emie and Deb shining under the bright Webley lights?