Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 8, 2025 · Sports

Bad Bunny Ignites Outrage: Refuses 'God Bless America' at Yankees Game

Super Bowl halftime singer Bad Bunny was spotted at the Yankees on Tuesday evening

BAD BUNNY'S SUPER BOWL HALFTIME SHOW FURY: Singer's Yankees Game Antics Spark Outrage Amid Trump Backlash

In a shocking display of disrespect, Bad Bunny, set to perform at next year's Super Bowl halftime show, was caught sitting down during the singing of "God Bless America" at the New York Yankees game on Tuesday night. The Puerto Rican musician, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio, was in attendance at one of the best seats in the house as the team dramatically came back from behind to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays.

But what was supposed to be a fun-filled evening for the singer quickly turned into a controversy. As the crowd stood and sang along to the classic American anthem, Bad Bunny remained seated, sparking outrage among fans who were already fuming about his upcoming Super Bowl performance. The video of the incident quickly went viral on Wednesday, with many taking to social media to express their disgust.

Video has emerged of the Puerto Rican artist staying seated for 'God Bless America'

"This country needs to wake up," wrote one angry fan on X (formerly Twitter). "Come on people, boycott this kind of stuff." Another fan chimed in, "He acts like this because he can. I'm sure if the potential socialist mayor of NY gets elected, he will join him next time."

The backlash against Bad Bunny has been brewing for weeks, ever since it was announced that he would be performing at the Super Bowl halftime show. Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, had weighed in on the decision, calling it "crazy" and stating that he was unfamiliar with the singer.

But what's behind Bad Bunny's apparent disdain for traditional American values? According to sources close to the singer, his left-leaning politics have been a major factor in his rise to fame. His music often touches on themes of social justice and immigration, which has endeared him to fans who share similar views.

Fans were left outraged as footage of the incident began to circulate online on Wednesday

Despite the controversy surrounding his Super Bowl performance, Bad Bunny seems unfazed. Just days after Trump's comments, the singer took to the stage as host of "Saturday Night Live," where he addressed his haters with a tongue-in-cheek monologue.

"You might not know this, but I'm doing the Super Bowl halftime show, and I'm very happy – even Fox News is on board!" Bad Bunny said, flashing a mischievous grin. The crowd erupted in cheers as a heavily edited clip played, stitching together comments from various Fox anchors and pundits to make it seem like they were all praising the singer.

But what really got the crowd going was when Bad Bunny spoke in Spanish for several seconds before finishing his monologue with a parting shot at his critics: "If you did not understand what I just said... you have four months to learn!" The audience went wild, and it's clear that Bad Bunny is ready to take on all comers – including the President of the United States.

But will this controversy ultimately hurt or help Bad Bunny's career? Only time will tell. One thing is certain: with his upcoming Super Bowl performance and a new album on the way, the Puerto Rican musician is about to take the world by storm. Whether you love him or hate him, one thing is clear – Bad Bunny is here to stay.

The NFL has yet to comment on the controversy surrounding Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show, but sources close to the organization say that they are standing behind their decision. "We're excited to have Bad Bunny perform at the Super Bowl," a spokesperson said. "He's a talented artist who brings a unique energy to his music, and we think he'll be a great addition to our halftime show."

But not everyone is on board with the NFL's decision. Many fans are calling for a boycott of next year's Super Bowl in protest of Bad Bunny's performance.

Donald Trump called the NFL's decision to give the halftime show to Bad Bunny 'crazy'

"I won't be watching," wrote one fan on social media. "This country needs to wake up and take a stand against artists who disrespect our values." Another fan chimed in, "If you're going to perform at the Super Bowl, at least have the decency to stand for 'God Bless America.'"

As the controversy surrounding Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show continues to simmer, one thing is clear – this singer is not afraid to take on all comers. Whether you love him or hate him, Bad Bunny is about to become a household name.

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  • Newsmax
  • X (formerly Twitter)
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