Americans Call for Bad Bunny’s Deportation After Refusal to Sing in English at Super Bowl Halftime Show

Bad Bunny may be one of the biggest global superstars in music, but his upcoming Super Bowl halftime show is already sparking a storm of controversy — and this time, it has nothing to do with wardrobe malfunctions or political messages.

The Puerto Rican singer, known for his Latin trap and reggaeton hits, recently told fans that he plans to perform his entire halftime show in Spanish. “If you want to understand my performance,” he said during an interview, “learn Spanish.”

The comment — seemingly casual, even playful — has instead ignited a fierce backlash across the United States, with some Americans calling it disrespectful, divisive, and even “unpatriotic.” On social media, the outrage quickly snowballed into a trending topic, with the hashtag #DeportBadBunny amassing millions of mentions within hours.

“So we have to learn his language to enjoy our Super Bowl? That’s ridiculous,” wrote one user on X (formerly Twitter). “Maybe he should learn English or stay in Puerto Rico.”

Others took the criticism even further, questioning why the NFL would choose an artist who refuses to embrace English — the dominant language of the nation’s most-watched television event.

“Bad Bunny is talented, no question,” said conservative commentator Laura Evans on Fox & Friends. “But the Super Bowl halftime show is an American tradition. It’s about unity. When an artist says, ‘Learn my language if you want to enjoy it,’ that feels like he’s rejecting the very audience he’s supposed to entertain.”

The debate highlights a growing cultural tension between the NFL’s push for global inclusivity and some Americans’ desire to preserve traditional national symbols and identity. For years, the league has sought to expand its reach beyond U.S. borders — hosting games in London, Germany, and Mexico, and featuring increasingly international performers at halftime.

Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has been at the forefront of that global shift. He is Spotify’s most-streamed artist for three consecutive years, has headlined Coachella, and made history as the first all-Spanish-speaking performer to appear on Saturday Night Live.

Still, critics argue that the Super Bowl — watched by more than 100 million Americans annually — should not be used as a platform for what they call “linguistic activism.”

“This isn’t about racism or hate,” said radio host Mark Daniels. “It’s about respect. You’re performing for an American audience — sing in English. That’s not too much to ask.”

Supporters, however, are defending Bad Bunny’s stance, saying his decision celebrates diversity and reflects the reality of modern America — a country where Spanish is the second-most spoken language and Latino culture continues to shape entertainment, sports, and politics.

“Bad Bunny isn’t disrespecting anyone,” wrote journalist Maria Torres in an op-ed for Rolling Stone. “He’s representing millions of people who speak Spanish, live in the U.S., and call this country home. That’s just as American as anyone else.”

The NFL has so far declined to comment on the controversy, but sources close to the league told Fox News that the organization is “fully supportive” of Bad Bunny’s artistic freedom.

Still, questions remain: Will the league bow to pressure and encourage him to include English songs? Or will Bad Bunny double down and make history as the first artist to deliver a fully Spanish-language Super Bowl halftime performance?

Either way, the debate underscores one undeniable truth — the Super Bowl halftime show is no longer just about music. It’s about identity, culture, and what it truly means to be American in 2025.

As one viral post summed it up:

“He wants us to learn Spanish? Maybe America just learned something else — how divided we really are.”