Bad Bunny had promised an electrifying celebration leading up to his Super Bowl halftime show performance, and the renowned Puerto Rican artist indeed delivered a spectacular show. Taking the stage on Sunday night amidst an elaborate set reflecting his homeland, Bad Bunny mesmerized the audience with a high-energy performance featuring 13 tracks in a span of minutes.
The 31-year-old music sensation began the show with a rendition of “Tití Me Preguntó,” striding through the set adorned in an all-white suit amid symbols representing Puerto Rican life and culture. Rather than using his massive platform to address specific political issues like U.S. President Donald Trump or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions, Bad Bunny conveyed a message of unity among the people of the Americas.
The halftime performance marked a significant milestone for the artist following a successful year, highlighted by the release of his sixth studio album, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS,” which propelled him to become the most streamed artist in the world in 2025, according to Spotify. After a 30-day residency in Puerto Rico last year, Bad Bunny is gearing up to tour Europe, Latin America, and Asia with the album.
The show was rich with references to Puerto Rico, featuring dancers in traditional attire, a makeshift nail salon, elderly men playing dice, and scenes capturing Puerto Rican daily life. Noteworthy appearances included Latin celebrities like Karol G, Jessica Alba, and Pedro Pascal at Bad Bunny’s mock house party set.
Bad Bunny’s halftime performance, entirely in Spanish, made history as the first act to do so on such a grand stage. Joining him on stage was Lady Gaga, who added a dash of salsa sound to the performance with a rendition of her song “Die With A Smile” alongside Bruno Mars. The show continued with Bad Bunny’s vibrant performance of “NUEVAYoL,” culminating in a heartwarming moment where he presented a Grammy award to a young boy, symbolizing hope and joy.
While the performance did not carry overt political messages, certain song choices like “El Apagón,” addressing socioeconomic issues in Puerto Rico, and a performance by Ricky Martin touching on fears of gentrification, hinted at deeper societal concerns. Despite speculation over potential political undertones, the show focused more on love and Latino pride, with a display of unity through waving flags of various Latin American countries and a message of togetherness.