If you’ve been watching the Super Bowl halftime show over the years, you know the drill: flashy, chaotic, a little extra — always a vibe. But when they announced Bad Bunny as this year’s headliner, I didn’t just get excited — I screamed, I danced, I nearly knocked over my coffee. And then I saw some of the reactions online… and I genuinely had to sit down.
People were mad. Mad. Over Bad Bunny. And I thought… are we not all at the gym perreando at least once a week? Like, come on — it’s reggaetón, it’s movement, it’s pure joy.
Then some folks started whining they wanted a “U.S. citizen” to perform. Sweetie… Bad Bunny IS a U.S. citizen. Born in Puerto Rico, which means he literally has papers. Meanwhile, let me remind you of the actual history lesson: several non-U.S. citizens have headlined halftime shows with ZERO backlash — Phil Collins, U2, Shania Twain, Sting, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Coldplay, Shakira, J Balvin, The Weeknd, and Rihanna. That’s right, kids — it’s not about citizenship, it’s about your inability to handle a little culture and rhythm.
When the citizenship argument failed (shocker), the outrage pivoted: “Well, his music when translated is explicit.” Oooh, I see, so we’re translating now? Meanwhile, some were floating the idea of Kid Rock performing. You know… the guy who somehow has never had a “translation issue”? Then the pivot shifted again: “It’s because he sings in Spanish.” As if you personally know every word to every English song ever. Chill.
And honestly? I’m DONE with the attitude that basically screams, “If I don’t like it, no one else can enjoy it.” Newsflash: if you don’t want to watch Bad Bunny, fine — don’t watch. But don’t ruin it for the rest of us who actually know how to have fun.
Growing up with Puerto Rican family, hearing some of these takes — especially from a fitness community that claims to be inclusive — has hit a little sideways. Benito isn’t just an entertainer; he’s music, movement, culture, and a WHOLE mood. Respeto es lo mínimo. Respect is literally the bare minimum, y’all.
This halftime show isn’t just a performance. It’s a celebration of music, movement, and culture that so many of us already carry in our playlists and workouts. It’s about embracing joy, dancing unapologetically, and remembering that being inclusive isn’t just a word you throw around like confetti — it’s action.
So here’s my take: put on your sneakers, crank up the reggaetón, grab your cafecito, and let’s perrear like we mean it. Because Bad Bunny is here, and honestly… we DESERVE this vibe.
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