Bad Bunny is arguably the most controversial selection for a Super Bowl halftime show in history. Countless fans have aired their frustration with the selection. However, Roger Goodell, who is the commissioner of the NFL, believes Bad Bunny could help unite people with his music and performance.
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Goodell explained his thoughts in a recent statement to Fox News Digital.
"One thing I know Bad Bunny can do is that he can all make us tap our feet and shake our booties. I want him to go out there and unite people with music," Goodell said. "Music we can all dance to it and enjoy. So, I'm looking forward to the performance. I'm not worried about the politics. I'm not worried about any statements. Just have a good time and do what you're supposed to do, uniting the world around something that is eternal. Music is the heartbeat of the world."
Bad Bunny will have some big shoes to fill. Just last year, Kendrick Lamar went viral for his exceptional performance at the Super Bowl. Some of the greatest musicians in history have rocked that stage to great success. The fact that he's already being written off by fans means that his performance can't be anything less than historic.
More Than 120,000 Fans Signed a Petition To Remove Bad Bunny From the Super Bowl
If you're wondering how controversial Bad Bunny's selection really is, over 120,000 fans have reportedly signed a petition calling for him to be replaced. The petition is currently live on Change.org and specifically calls for George Strait, the "King of Country," to be his replacement.
"With over 60 No. 1 hits and more than 40 years in the music industry, George Strait is not only a legend in the country music genre but a staple in American musical history," the petition states. "His ability to transcend generations with his timeless songs resonates with a diverse demographic, welcoming both long-time fans and newcomers."
We're too close to the Super Bowl for the NFL to make such a bold decision. However, it's clear that Bad Bunny may face a chorus of boos as he begins his sets. It's up to him whether those boos hold true by the time he wraps up his performance.
