Following his historic Coachella performance as the first Latino headliner, here are a few fascinating facts about Bad Bunny
Last week, Bad Bunny achieved a groundbreaking feat as the first Latino to ever headline Coachella. With a massive stage setup, he captivated audiences from all corners of the festival, engaging with fans like never before. The concert was a nod to his rise from a Puerto Rican neighborhood to the heights of Hollywood stardom in California, with set designs, different clothes, and song choices all inspired by the vibrant streets of Puerto Rico. If you want to know more about the Latino artist, here are some fascinating facts:
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A childhood memory inspired his name
The hip-hop community is known for its artists’ creative use of monikers. Born Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio, he eventually adopted the name “Bad Bunny,” but it wasn’t a random choice. In his earlier days, he portrayed a character in a school performance that required him to wear a rabbit costume, leaving a lasting impression on the musician. Drawing upon this childhood memory, he came up with his stage name. Benito also revealed that he wasn’t initially thrilled about wearing that costume, but this bittersweet recollection ultimately inspired him to embrace the name “Bad Bunny” for his electrifying stage presence.
It all began with him singing in a church
Before he became a global music sensation, his roots in music go back to his early days singing in a church choir alongside his mother until he was 13. Today, he stands as a forerunner in Latin trap, captivating audiences worldwide with his strong beats, powerful lyrics, and unmistakable style and confidence.
He has a wrestling background, too
Bad Bunny has always been very vocal about his unwavering passion for wrestling. From dropping John Cena’s famous “You can’t see me” catchphrase into one of his songs to wearing wrestling threads in his music videos, Bad Bunny made it clear that he is a huge fan of the sport. In 2021, he got invited to perform at the Royal Rumble and even had Booker T join him on stage. After that, he became a regular on Monday Night Raw and joined the WWE as a wrestler. He teamed up with another Puerto Rican, Damian Priest, and they even won the WWE 24/7 Championship together.
Luxury cars are one of his collections
Bad Bunny shares a common love for cars, just like most men do. His impressive collection boasts of luxurious rides like the BMW M4, Mercedes G-Wagon, Rolls Royce Dawn, etc. Among them, the rarest gem in his garage is undoubtedly the Bugatti Chiron Sport 110 Ans, with only 20 ever made. Despite being spotted with it on multiple occasions and even having it ruined by WWE star The Miz on Monday Night Raw, Bad Bunny surprisingly revealed in an interview that he actually prefers driving his 2003 Toyota Corolla over the Bugatti Chiron. In fact, he even expressed regret over purchasing the $3 million car, describing it as a “problem.”
His pride in being an ally is more than just a label
In early 2020, Bad Bunny’s album YHLQMDLG took the world by storm with its acronym meaning “I Do Whatever I Want.” One of his most memorable appearances was when he guested on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, performing his single “Ignorantes” in a skirt. His performance was excellent throughout, but the message he delivered at the end was the real highlight. He removed his jacket to reveal a white t-shirt with the words “Mataron a Alexa, no a un hombre con falda” printed on it, which translates to “They killed Alexa, not a man in a skirt.” He was referring to the tragic murder of Alexa Negrón Luciano, a trans woman from Puerto Rico who was misgendered by news reporters. While some may have initially missed the significance of the message on his shirt, it’s truly inspiring to see an artist in the spotlight, like Bad Bunny, using his platform to raise awareness and make a bold stand for equality and inclusivity.
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