Breaking down the symbols and messages in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show

NPR | By Anamaria Artemisa Sayre

Published February 10, 2026 at 4:42 AM EST

NPR Music's Anamaria Sayre breaks down the Easter eggs and references still being unpacked from Bad Bunny's halftime show.

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