Staff Reports
The NFL sure knows how to make people scratch their heads with its Super Bowl halftime shows. This year was no exception, as it featured a performance by Bad Bunny, a rapper from Puerto Rico. Now, call me old-fashioned, but when you’re catering to an American audience, maybe it’s best to stick with songs in English. It’s just common sense, considering, you know, the majority’s language. Surprise, surprise, the ratings took a nosedive, leaving many wondering what exactly the NFL is up to these days.
Enter Meghan McCain, who’s made it clear she can’t get enough of Bad Bunny. Apparently, she’s been listening to his music non-stop since the halftime show. Really, Meghan? One can only imagine her endless playlist of what sounds like one long, repetitive Latin pop song. For some of us, it’s hard to distinguish one track from another, but hey, to each their own. What’s clear is Latin pop doesn’t have the universal appeal some might hope for, especially not if you’re trying to entertain an American football crowd with its own distinct culture.
Moving on, it’s always fun to see people like Kacey Musgraves chiming in with their take on how the performance made them feel “more proudly American” than anything Kid Rock has done. Statements like these often come from folks who seem to have forgotten what American identity truly means. Ironically, it’s Kid Rock who often embodies the unapologetic spirit that resonates with many Americans. Unlike Bad Bunny, Kid Rock’s music connects with a larger audience and reflects a certain Americana that today seems to be fading into the background of globalist music-stage experiments.
Even President Trump had some thoughts, describing the show as one of the worst ever. For those among us who appreciate authenticity and coherence in a performance, it’s hard to argue with that. Yet, there are those who hurled praise at the show, claiming it was “unifying.” It’s an odd claim, unifying people by glossing over distinct national identities doesn’t exactly scream national pride or patriotism. A unifying performance should celebrate what makes each culture unique, not dismiss it as part of one larger entity devoid of individuality.
Ultimately, it looks like viewers are yearning for a halftime show that captures the spirit of unity through shared values and preferences, not forced sameness. Perhaps it’s time for the NFL to rethink its strategy and consider what truly captivates its audience. Until then, maybe we could find a bit of humor and camaraderie in universally panning performances that miss the mark. Because if there’s one thing this diverse nation can agree on, it’s the joy of coming together to critique a lackluster show, reminding us of the importance of honoring and embracing what makes each of us uniquely American.
