As Bad Bunny’s controversial Super Bowl halftime show wrapped up, the Grammy-winning artist conveyed a discreet message to his fans through a football he held.
The Puerto Rican star made history on Sunday night by being the first artist to perform entirely in Spanish for the entire set, a choice that divided audiences due to the absence of subtitles translating his lyrics.
Despite the language barrier, there was no denying the brilliance of his performance, which offered viewers an immersive journey into a vibrant celebration of Latin American culture.
The performance also included appearances from a few high-profile celebrities like Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, and Pedro Pascal, each adding their unique star power to the event.
In a period when the US is facing significant division, Bad Bunny’s message during his performance encouraged viewers to unite instead. The message on the football read: “Together we are America.”
This sentiment came shortly after Bad Bunny criticized the Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations targeting communities across America during his acceptance speech at the Grammys.
While receiving the Grammy for Best Música Urbana Album, Bad Bunny stated: “ICE out,” We’re not savage, we’re not animals, we’re not aliens — we are humans, and we are Americans.”
After Bad Bunny’s show, it seemed that not everyone was receptive to his call for unity, notably President Donald Trump, who openly criticized the performance.
Trump, who opted not to attend the event in person due to the distance, expressed his opinions on Truth Social shortly after the halftime show ended, and he did not shy away from sharing his disapproval.