Two weeks ago, Bad Bunny achieved a historic milestone by winning the Grammy for Album of the Year with 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos', becoming the first artist to win this category with a fully Spanish-language album. Just a week later, he performed at the Super Bowl halftime show, where he sang exclusively in his mother tongue, reinforcing his Puerto Rican identity in a sphere dominated by American culture. This series of events signals a cultural shift and challenges the historical narrative of American cultural supremacy.

Despite being a citizen of the United States, Bad Bunny embodies the complexities of Puerto Rican identity, as his home is often viewed by many in the U.S. as a mere peripheral territory of the empire. This perspective is illustrated by recent comments from public figures, including comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, who trivialized Puerto Rico by referring to it as a 'floating island of garbage' during a rally for Donald Trump. Such remarks underline the marginalization that Puerto Rico faces, particularly amidst a rise in anti-immigrant rhetoric in the U.S., painting the island's residents as second-class citizens.

The implications of Bad Bunny’s success go beyond music; they challenge perceptions and highlight the rich cultural history of Puerto Rico as well as the ongoing tensions with the United States. By using his platform to express his heritage and advocate for his home country, Bad Bunny not only entertains but also educates and raises awareness of the sociopolitical issues affecting Puerto Ricans, thereby positioning himself as both an artist and a cultural ambassador for the island.