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A Short History of Rock Stars in Super Bowl Commercials

February 1, 2008 12:20 PM ET

With millions of viewers and dollars on the line, commercials have become as integral to the Super Bowl as bad refereeing and the opening coin flip. 2008's Super Sunday will feature ads with star turns by Justin Timberlake, Missy Elliott, Busta Rhymes, Macy Gray, Alice Cooper and LL Cool J, as well as music by Madonna and Shakira. But will these new advertisements top some of the most memorable commercials featuring rock stars from the past? Click here for a look back at some of the most eye-catching and clever ads in Super Bowl history, featuring Christina Aguilera, Ozzy Osbourne and a whole lot of MC Hammer.

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