Bad Bunny's Groundbreaking Super Bowl Performance Sparks Mixed Reactions
Bad Bunny's performance at the Super Bowl has made headlines worldwide. The Puerto Rican artist called for the unity of America, highlighting the role of Latin America during the NFL halftime show, blending local scenes with nods and affirmations to his native Puerto Rico. This historic performance marked the first Super Bowl halftime show fully in Spanish, from its opening credits to the parade of Latin American flags.
The show sparked a wide range of reactions, notably from the President of the United States, Donald Trump, who described it as 'absolutely terrible' and one of the worst in history. Trump criticized the performance, stating, 'No one understands a word of what this guy says and the dancing is disgusting, especially for little kids watching it all over the United States and the rest of the world.'
In stark contrast, many fans and fellow artists showered praises on Bad Bunny for his impactful performance. RosalĂa, the Catalan singer who has collaborated with Bad Bunny in the past, shared a message through her Instagram stories, posting an image from the end of the performance with the caption, 'Congratulations legend,' complete with a heart emoji.
Lady Gaga also joined Bad Bunny on stage for the show, performing her song 'Die with a Smile' and participating in lively dances to tracks like 'Baile inolvidable.' After the show, Gaga expressed her gratitude on social media, stating, 'It was an absolute honor to be part of Benito's halftime show. Thank you Benito for inviting me and thanks to the entire cast for welcoming me to your stage. I wouldn't miss it for anything in the world.'
Ricky Martin, another close friend and fellow Puerto Rican artist, expressed his feelings with an emotional Instagram post. 'They need to give me several hours to comprehend the tsunami of emotions I'm feeling,' he wrote alongside a picture of himself with Bad Bunny and Lady Gaga.
Additionally, Residente, a Puerto Rican artist known for advocating for the reclamation of Puerto Rico, shared his pride in Bad Bunny's performance through a carousel of photos and videos on social media. 'Proud of you x100pre,' he wrote, highlighting the cultural significance of the event.
As the world reflects on this groundbreaking halftime performance, it is clear that Bad Bunny's impact transcends music, celebrating Latin American culture and unity while evoking passionate responses across the spectrum.
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