Bad Bunny will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show on February 8, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, marking him as the first solo Latino and primarily Spanish-language artist to lead the performance.
Bad Bunny and Apple Music last week released the official teaser trailer, featuring him dancing with people of all ages and backgrounds in Puerto Rico, set to his track "BAILE INOLVIDABLE." The caption promises "On February 8, the world will dance" ("el mundo bailará"), emphasizing an unforgettable, inclusive dance experience and unity through rhythm and culture.
The trailer has generated massive buzz, with fans calling it high-energy and a celebration of Latin heritage. It appears to respond to prior controversies, including political criticism from conservative figures and former President Trump over Bad Bunny's immigration-related comments and past decisions to limit U.S. touring due to ICE concerns.
The NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell have defended the choice, highlighting his global streaming dominance (Spotify's most-streamed artist multiple times, including 2025) and cultural impact.
A separate point of fan backlash involves casting calls for on-field participants (field cast roles for stage setup, performance support, and related tasks). Requirements specify height limits—typically 5'7" to 6'0" (with some updates to 5'10" to 6'1")—sparking disappointment, especially among shorter fans and many in his Latina fanbase who feel excluded. These paid roles do not include game tickets.
Bad Bunny previously appeared as a guest during Shakira and Jennifer Lopez's 2020 halftime show. Expect a high-energy setlist blending his biggest reggaeton, Latin trap, and Spanish-language hits, possibly with surprise guests from collaborators like J Balvin or Karol G (though unconfirmed).
The NFL is marking the 60th anniversary of the Super Bowl with a hometown opening act. Green Day will kick off the big game with an opening ceremony Feb. 8 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, the league announced Sunday. The performance will celebrate six decades of the championship’s history, with the band helping usher generations of Super Bowl MVPs onto the field.
Other pre-game performances include Charlie Puth on the national anthem, Brandi Carlile on "America the Beautiful," and Coco Jones on "Lift Every Voice and Sing."
The show airs on NBC, Telemundo, and Peacock during halftime (around 8 p.m. ET, game-dependent). With the event just weeks away, anticipation is high for what Bad Bunny has teased as a game-changing performance.