THOUSANDS SIGN PETITION URGING NFL TO REPLACE BAD BUNNY WITH KID ROCK FOR SUPER BOWL HALFTIME SHOW

In a surprising twist that’s lighting up social media and reigniting the long-running culture battle over the Super Bowl Halftime Show, thousands of fans are demanding that Kid Rock — not Bad Bunny — headline the NFL’s biggest entertainment event of the year.

A rapidly growing online petition titled “Make the Super Bowl Halftime Show American Again” has gathered over 250,000 signatures in just a few days, with supporters calling for the Detroit-born rocker to take center stage at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans. The petition argues that Kid Rock “represents the heartland, patriotism, and classic American music,” while claiming that the NFL’s reported choice of Bad Bunny reflects “Hollywood elitism and cultural bias.”

“We Want Real Music Back”

The petition’s organizer, identified as Melissa Carter from Texas, told Fox News Digital that fans “just want something that actually feels like America again.”

“Kid Rock has performed for the troops, for working-class Americans, and for people who love their country,” Carter said. “We’re tired of seeing performers who disrespect our values or make everything political. We want real music back — loud guitars, energy, and pride.”

Carter said she started the petition after reading reports that Bad Bunny was in “advanced talks” with the NFL and Apple Music to headline the halftime show, which has historically drawn over 100 million viewers worldwide.

Social Media Erupts

On X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and TikTok, hashtags like #KidRockForSuperBowl and #BoycottBadBunny began trending within hours of the petition’s viral spread. Supporters shared clips of Kid Rock’s past performances, including his rendition of “Born Free” at the 2012 Super Bowl pregame show, calling it “pure Americana.”

“Bad Bunny might be popular, but Kid Rock speaks for the people who built this country,” one user wrote.

Others pointed out the contrast between the two artists’ images — Bad Bunny’s global reggaeton and Latin trap sound versus Kid Rock’s mix of rock, rap, and country with a defiant edge.

Critics Fire Back

Of course, not everyone agrees. Supporters of Bad Bunny argue that the Puerto Rican superstar — one of the most-streamed artists in the world — represents inclusion, diversity, and cultural evolution in music.

“Bad Bunny’s presence on that stage shows how far music has come,” one fan tweeted. “He’s broken barriers and reached millions. That’s what the Super Bowl is about — bringing people together.”

Some cultural critics have also pushed back at the idea of making the halftime show a political battleground.

“Every year, people turn this into a fight over identity,” said entertainment analyst Mark Daniels. “The NFL is trying to appeal to younger audiences and global markets. The backlash just shows how divided pop culture has become.”

Kid Rock’s Response

So far, Kid Rock himself hasn’t commented directly on the petition — but that hasn’t stopped speculation. The outspoken musician, known for hits like “All Summer Long” and “Cowboy,” has never shied away from controversy or speaking his mind.

In past interviews, Kid Rock has criticized what he calls “woke entertainment culture” and said he’s proud to represent “unapologetic American grit.” Many fans see him as the natural counterpoint to recent halftime performers like Rihanna, Usher, and The Weeknd.

If chosen, it would be Kid Rock’s first Super Bowl halftime appearance — though he did perform at the game’s pre-show in 2004, where his patriotic style made headlines.

The NFL Stays Quiet — For Now

The NFL and Apple Music have not issued any public response to the petition or confirmed whether Bad Bunny is officially locked in. Sources close to the production say that the league “is aware of the online movement” but remains focused on securing “a global artist lineup that appeals to a wide audience.”

Still, with hundreds of thousands of signatures and growing pressure from fans, the movement for a Kid Rock Super Bowl Halftime Show may be too loud to ignore.

As one supporter wrote in the petition’s comments section:

“It’s time to bring the show back to the people — loud, proud, and all-American.”