Bad Bunny's halftime show at the 2026 Super Bowl was a masterful blend of music, culture, and politics that brought Puerto Rico to the world stage. The reggaeton superstar emerged from a sea of sugar cane fields, jíbaros in pavas, viejitos playing dominos, and a piragua stand, setting the tone for an unforgettable performance.
Starting with his biggest hits, "Tití Me Preguntó" and "Yo Perreo Sola," Bad Bunny paid homage to his Puerto Rican roots before launching into Daddy Yankee's "Gasolina." The song was more than just a tribute; it acknowledged the trailblazing artists who paved the way for his global success.
In a heartfelt introduction, Bad Bunny declared, "Mi nombre es Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio" – and made clear that his presence at Super Bowl 60 was not a fluke. He urged the crowd to believe in themselves, just as he never gave up on his dreams. These words of encouragement resonated throughout the performance.
The show featured several memorable moments, including Lady Gaga's surprise appearance during "Die with a Smile," which added an extra layer of cultural richness. When Bad Bunny changed into a classic salsero outfit for "Baile Inolvidable" and "NuevaYol," he transported the audience to a block party.
Ricky Martin joined forces with Bad Bunny on the rallying cry "Lo Que Le Pasó a Hawaii," which spoke to Puerto Rico's struggle for cultural autonomy in the face of neocolonialization. The performance was marked by powerful imagery, including jíbaros climbing power poles and a plantain tree mirroring the cover of Bad Bunny's album.
One notable moment came when Bad Bunny held up a Puerto Rican flag adorned with red, white, and blue – a nod to the island's independence movement. Throughout the performance, he wove together his love for music, culture, and community, leaving an indelible mark on the world stage.
In a nod to his global fanbase, Bad Bunny ended his set by saying "God Bless America" and listing countries across the Americas, emphasizing that his music was not just for one nation. As he departed the stadium with his crew, he left behind a message of love and resilience – a testament to Puerto Rico's unbreakable spirit.
This performance marked a major milestone in Bad Bunny's career, capping off an already impressive year that saw him take home album of the year at the 2026 Grammys. With this show, he cemented his status as one of the most influential artists of our time – an artist who has not only broken barriers but also inspired a new generation of music lovers to connect with their heritage and culture.
Starting with his biggest hits, "Tití Me Preguntó" and "Yo Perreo Sola," Bad Bunny paid homage to his Puerto Rican roots before launching into Daddy Yankee's "Gasolina." The song was more than just a tribute; it acknowledged the trailblazing artists who paved the way for his global success.
In a heartfelt introduction, Bad Bunny declared, "Mi nombre es Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio" – and made clear that his presence at Super Bowl 60 was not a fluke. He urged the crowd to believe in themselves, just as he never gave up on his dreams. These words of encouragement resonated throughout the performance.
The show featured several memorable moments, including Lady Gaga's surprise appearance during "Die with a Smile," which added an extra layer of cultural richness. When Bad Bunny changed into a classic salsero outfit for "Baile Inolvidable" and "NuevaYol," he transported the audience to a block party.
Ricky Martin joined forces with Bad Bunny on the rallying cry "Lo Que Le Pasó a Hawaii," which spoke to Puerto Rico's struggle for cultural autonomy in the face of neocolonialization. The performance was marked by powerful imagery, including jíbaros climbing power poles and a plantain tree mirroring the cover of Bad Bunny's album.
One notable moment came when Bad Bunny held up a Puerto Rican flag adorned with red, white, and blue – a nod to the island's independence movement. Throughout the performance, he wove together his love for music, culture, and community, leaving an indelible mark on the world stage.
In a nod to his global fanbase, Bad Bunny ended his set by saying "God Bless America" and listing countries across the Americas, emphasizing that his music was not just for one nation. As he departed the stadium with his crew, he left behind a message of love and resilience – a testament to Puerto Rico's unbreakable spirit.
This performance marked a major milestone in Bad Bunny's career, capping off an already impressive year that saw him take home album of the year at the 2026 Grammys. With this show, he cemented his status as one of the most influential artists of our time – an artist who has not only broken barriers but also inspired a new generation of music lovers to connect with their heritage and culture.
it was like a celebration of puerto rico's culture & spirit!!! 
he totally nailed it from start to finish, paying homage to his roots & the artists who paved the way for him. i loved how he included lady gaga in "die with a smile" - that moment was pure magic 
and when ricky martin joined him on stage for "lo que le pasó a hawaii", it was like the crowd was united in their love for puerto rico's independence movement 
bad bunny's message of love & resilience is something we all need right now, especially with everything going on in the world today 
by Bad Bunny's halftime show at the Super Bowl! 
The way he blended reggaeton, Latin culture, and politics was pure MAGIC 
And that surprise appearance with Lady Gaga?!?! 
And can we talk about that classic salsero outfit?! 
Can't wait to see what he does next! 
Bad Bunny truly is a master showman, and this performance will go down in history as one of the greatest Super Bowl shows ever 
. And can we talk about how iconic it was to see him pay homage to the legends who paved the way for his success? It was like a love letter to Puerto Rico's music scene 
. The fact that Bad Bunny and Ricky Martin joined forces on "Lo Que Le Pasó a Hawaii" and gave it the rallying cry we needed? Absolutely everything 
. It was like he was saying, "Hey, world, I'm proud of where I come from and I want you to know it too." And, honestly, it gave me ALL the feels 
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The show just kept getting better and better with each performance. I'm especially loving how Bad Bunny used his platform to address Puerto Rico's struggle for cultural autonomy – it was so powerful to see him hold up that flag and speak out on the importance of independence 
He brought the island's vibe, culture, and history to the Super Bowl stage in a way that was both authentic and empowering. I loved how he paid tribute to his roots and the trailblazers who paved the way for him, it gave me chills! 
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his message about believing in yourself and being proud of your culture really resonated with me especially after everything we're going through these days 
i'm still gettin emotions thinkin bout it. bad bunny is more than just a rapper, he's a movement 
. Overall, this performance was a masterclass in music, artistry, and activism – Bad Bunny for President? 
Bad Bunny really brought that fire 
! I was talking to my friend @Luisa_Loves_Music earlier about how he's been killing it this year, and now we're seeing why 
. I love how he paid homage to his roots and the legends who paved the way for him. And that Lady Gaga surprise drop was EVERYTHING 
... I was like "hold up, not so fast" 
. I get that he's proud of his heritage and all, but it felt like he was using that as an excuse to stir up some controversy 
... just saying 
. I love how he included Lady Gaga in "Die with a Smile" - that was such a great surprise! 
And can we talk about how powerful it was when Ricky Martin joined him on stage during "Lo Que Le Pasó a Hawaii"? 
. what i loved most tho was how he used his platform to talk about puerto rico's struggle for independence, it's so important that we see more artists using their voice to advocate for social justice 
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