#halftimeshow

No fvcking surprise. Another black innovation STOLEN by the Mayo ppl. What else is new?

I’m coming into this from a really grounded place.

I literally just wrapped up a women’s retreat at 11am yesterday, full of reflection, connection, faith, and stillness, and then jumped straight into prepping for our Super Bowl tailgate. Because if you know me (ask Steve), you know I love a gathering. Food, people, laughter, music… I’m here for all of it.

So, this isn’t about arguing. It’s not about attacking anyone. It’s about understanding. And honestly… I’ve been excited about the halftime show, so here we are.

I’m genuinely curious, and I mean this with love and respect. Why does the Super Bowl halftime show turn into a judging competition every single year?

This year, I’ve seen comments saying, “it’s not in English,” “it’s not American,” or simply “I don’t understand Spanish.”

Let’s pause right there.

Puerto Rico is American. It is a U.S. territory, and Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens. And Spanish is the second most spoken language in the United States.

Not understanding a language doesn’t make it less valid, less meaningful, or less worthy of the biggest stage. Music was never meant to be a comprehension test. It’s meant to be felt.

Bad Bunny didn’t use the halftime show to divide people. If anything, his message was about unity and connection. He represented countries across North America and South America, reminding us that culture, rhythm, and humanity don’t stop at borders. He even held up a football that read “Together We Are America,” with a reminder that love is stronger than hate. That feels pretty American to me.

I also can’t help but smile knowing that Zumba instructors all over the world were eagerly waiting for this performance. We live for this kind of energy. And honestly? We got an added bonus. Ricky Martin teasing new music??? The dance world absolutely noticed. 💃🔥

I use Spanish songs in my Zumba classes all the time including Bad Bunny. Do I know every word? No. But I know the beat, and I know the rhythm. I spend countless hours listening to music.... feeling the rhythm, letting it move me, letting it guide how the body wants to move. That’s how I create my routines. Not by translating lyrics, but by connecting to the music.

And the truth is, my class doesn’t ask who sings the song. They don’t ask what language it’s in. They just move. They sweat. They smile. They feel the joy in the room.

Last year people said they didn’t understand Kendrick Lamar. Other years it’s too loud, too political, too pop, too much dancing, not enough dancing… and yes, let’s say it, too much booty-shaking.

And if that part offended you, maybe take it up with the cameramen. They’re the ones choosing the close-ups. There are plenty of angles to film a performance, in my opinion.

But let’s talk about that for a second.

Those hip movements everyone loves to comment on? Those isolations, that rhythm, that freedom of movement have deep roots in African dance traditions. It’s cultural. It’s expressive. It’s joyful. And it’s not random.

And also… let’s be real - that’s a workout. You should see us in Zumba. You’ll be sweating in no time, smiling the whole time, feeling strong, energized, and thinking, wow… I feel DANG good.

And since some people are bringing up “Christian values,” let’s talk about that too - respectfully and honestly.

I grew up Roman Catholic. God is my center. Faith, prayer, community, and compassion are lived values for me, not talking points.

Puerto Rico is deeply Christian, with Roman Catholicism woven into its history, families, and daily life. Worship there doesn’t always look quiet or still. Sometimes it looks like joy, music, movement, and celebration. That doesn’t offend God. For many cultures, that honors Him.

Bad Bunny didn’t mock faith. He didn’t attack Christianity. He represented his home, his people, and a culture that believes in God, loves God, and still knows how to dance, celebrate, and come together.

And here’s the gentle truth: Throwing around “Christian values” while judging, shaming, or excluding others isn’t practicing Christianity. It’s performing it.

Faith without love, humility, and compassion misses the point.

Some of the loudest critics are happily ordering margaritas with their tacos, heading to happy hour at their favorite Mexican restaurant, reading Spanish menus, munching nachos, and maybe even planning a trip to Mexico next year, all while bashing a Spanish-language performance.

Let’s be honest… that feels a little hypocritical.

The truth is: no halftime show has ever made everyone happy and that’s okay.

Music is joy. Music is culture. Music is connection even when it’s not in your first language. Remember La Bamba or Macarena?

So instead of asking “Why this?” maybe ask “Why not?” And instead of judging, maybe try feeling.

Who would have thought we'd end up seeing Green Day at the #SuperBowl? 🤘🎸 From listening to Dookie in my room to seeing them take over the world today.

The biggest protest in Super Bowl history happened on the Stage tonight and folk screaming it's boring or trash because it went over their head! This what you didn't see. . Then again the message is Blacks have always been here to entertain THEY (Who are not like us) so they aren't bored. . They rather have Wayne up there high, who has backed Drake (The system) to push the agenda. . The messages Kendrick just sent to America could not use Wayne.

It even started with the American Flag being built out of black people as America being built on the backs of black people. . Before I mention how being cool in our culture has always been stolen, no matter how many people try to steal it, they not like us. . WAS NOT ABOUT WHITE PEOPLE.. IT WAS ABOUT THE PEOPLE WHO CONTROL THE MEDIA AND LABELS WHO CREATE DIVIDE. OK HERE GOES! . It started with Dead Pres intro beat and flow "Bigger than Hiphop" I'll put the video in comments. . First song: WHEN I HEAR MUSIC, IT MAKES ME DANCE (SQUABBLE UP). Puppet Strings of music making us dance vs pay attention. . Uncle (Sam)uel L Jackson started it off with the rules of the game of historical White America America. . Then Said when a bunch of blacks hanging out on the corner is too deep for the culture. Somebody gotta die. Deduct a life and create an environment to cancel each other out . The Squid games start which symbolizes the rich killing the poor for entertainment. Hmm. Imagine rappers beefing and killing and the media benefitting from their deaths. . The system allows Drake to push the Sexxxy Redd to taint the culture and empowers him . The dancers in Red White & Blue representing the American flag. Been Dancing to the drums of the system. And we want entertainment and to be able to dance than be educated. . The main Stage was a Playstation. Squid Game card 🔻🟥🔴️ and the system is a game designed to keep us dancing and imprisoned which is why it was in a prison yard. . Protecting black women like Serena Williams after the disrespect from Drake . Notice he brought out SZA as a black woman and she did not have to be half naked on display for the world letting her voice shine? . And once again reminding the system of Drake and America "They (Plants) are Not Like Us" and can't infiltrate the culture. . Game Over.. TV OFF. Been under their control. Revolution. . Drake Been used to further sour the system and be a plant for the same system Malcolm X warned about from the music execs who own media and use it to divide us. . This is bigger than rap! And women who feel disrespected should see it.

People who are tired of being divided should see it. Notice the American flag divided? . But most of all, those who didn't have a lens to see it just shows the system has worked and you're the type it's been working on. . Dude is the most creative genius in hiphop history. . But go off. Maybe we can see more well respected entrepreeurs and family men leading for once. . Here is the kicker: Look at your fb friends who say they wish it was more entertaining. Yeah, they were who it's been working on. The system rather keep you choosing entertainment over being educated . Watch the first 10 secs of his rap. Dead Pres reference Bigger Than Hiphop. True Art! . Rappers sent as plants to hurt us will no longer be tolerated. WE ARE WOKE. If you're mad at it please don't complain about being looked at a certain way. . Because if you keep praising the entertainers who promote killing each other and degrading our women. I guess America will think it's OK too. . Watch the comments fill up with "Nothing will change" from people who are ok waiting for it to change vs doing their part. . The point he was making was… Come to this post in 24 hours and watch how many of us are fighting the message and messenger vs thinking of positive growth to move forward . You don't expect shucking and jiving and twerking from an artist who was the only rapper ever to win a Pulitzer Prize. You appreciate ART. And Art is sometimes boring but changes cultures.