This year’s Super Bowl, Super Bowl LX, was held at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, a 30-minute drive from NDB and close to much of the Bay Area. This Super Bowl was a popular one, not only because it was local but also because of an outstanding performer, Bad Bunny, who became the first solo male Latino to headline a Super Bowl.

Bad Bunny is a Puerto Rican singer who made major hits like “Tití Me Preguntó” and “Safaera,” which he performed during the show. Before Bad Bunny became famous, he worked as a grocery bagger at his local supermarket while creating small hits in his hometown of Vega Baja. Going from being rarely known to becoming a global star was a big deal, not only for Super Bowl halftime history, but for the Latino community.

One of the major things that attracted people to Bad Bunny’s music was his love for the Latino community, which shined through his performance as he sang entirely in Spanish. Bunny transformed the football field into a Puerto Rican oasis with palm trees covering the field. He featured elaborate choreography designed to represent Puerto Rican culture, showing not only cultural pride, but also love for his home country.

“I do think Bad Bunny will have a very impactful halftime performance … I think his performance will serve as a message for the nation and represent Latin culture in festive ways, while displaying how important immigrants are to America. Overall, I’m excited to see a Spanish-speaking artist headline the Super Bowl and give a good show” shares senior Maria Reyes.

During the show, Lady Gaga made a surprise appearance, performing “Die With a Smile” with a Puerto Rican twist, while Ricky Martin joined the stage to sing “Lo Que Le Pasó a Hawaii.” Bunny concluded his performance by naming and blessing South American countries along with the United States.

It was clear that Bunny’s performance made history right outside NDB’s backyard.