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“Poor Kid” - Kid Rock Speaks Out on Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show, Hits at NFL for Making the Super Bowl Pick

Feb 10, 2026, 3:21 AM CUT

The Super Bowl night was a battle not only on the field but also on stage. Audiences were torn between the flamboyant energy of Bad Bunny and the patriotic spectacle of Kid Rock’s show. Fans debated on social media, news outlets buzzed with viewership estimates, and political lines were drawn sharply. Rock recently voiced his thoughts on Bunny’s performance, and he does not seem very happy about it.

Kid Rock, headlining the rival All-American Halftime Show, shared his thoughts on Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance. Speaking Monday on Fox News’ The Ingraham Angle, Rock said he did not understand much. Bunny performed in Spanish with dancers and a spectacle. He praised Bunny’s courage but questioned the NFL’s decision.

“You know, it’s just — poor kid,” Rock said. He added that the show was not his cup of tea, yet recognised Bunny’s global reach. Rock highlighted the clash of styles and politics, leaving viewers debating what defines entertainment on the Super Bowl stage.

Kid Rock was not the only conservative critic of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance. Many on the Right condemned the show for its bold political undertones and for spotlighting a Puerto Rican star with outspoken views against immigration enforcement.

Meanwhile, critics argued that the show failed to reflect traditional American values. The uproar highlighted a stark cultural divide, illustrating how entertainment and politics collided on the nation’s largest stage.

President Donald Trump unleashed a sharp critique on Truth Social after Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance.

What did Donald Trump say about Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance?

Donald Trump unleashed a furious critique of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show on Truth  Social, describing it as confusing and chaotic. He argued that the performance clashed with traditional American values and failed to meet standards of creativity or excellence. 

Moreover, Trump expressed concern that young viewers across the United States and around the world could not comprehend the show, while the dancing, he suggested, was inappropriate. His remarks sparked widespread debate, highlighting cultural divides and intensifying discussions over entertainment, politics, and national identity.

Donald Trump further added that the show was just a slap on the face of the country, which is setting new standards and records every single day,  including the best stock market and 401(k)s in history. Despite making history by surpassing Rihanna’s previous record of 24-hour YouTube views and earning support from Hollywood A-listers like Lady Gaga and Andy Cohen, Bad Bunny was not spared of criticism.

Yet his performance remained record-breaking, unstoppable, and unforgettable, turning every moment into a spectacle that redefined entertainment and captured global attention.

What do you think about Kid Rock's hit at Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance? Let us know in the comments.

Written by

Yusra Miraj Khan

Edited by

Aliza Siddiqui

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