Debate around the Super Bowl halftime show is once again heating up online, and this time streamer Adin Ross has jumped right into the middle of it.
After some viewers labeled Bad Bunny’s performance as one of the weakest in recent memory, Ross pushed back on the narrative. During a live stream, he argued that regardless of the criticism, he still found it more entertaining than Kendrick Lamar’s set the year before.
According to Ross, his main issue with Kendrick’s show was the perception that too much attention was placed on shots at Drake rather than celebrating Kendrick’s own catalog and artistry. He suggested that the Super Bowl stage should be about delivering crowd-pleasing hits and unifying moments, not continuing rap feuds.
His comments quickly made the rounds on social media, sparking intense reactions from fans on both sides. Supporters of Kendrick pointed out that the Pulitzer Prize–winning rapper’s performance was layered, theatrical, and widely praised by critics at the time. Others agreed with Ross, saying they prefer halftime shows that feel lighter and less confrontational.
Meanwhile, Bad Bunny’s supporters argue that the global superstar brought cultural representation, energy, and massive appeal to Latino audiences, even if the performance didn’t resonate with everyone watching at home.
As with most Super Bowl shows, opinions seem to depend on what viewers want from the spectacle, hit songs, storytelling, star power, or viral moments.
One thing is certain: the halftime stage remains one of the biggest and most scrutinized platforms in entertainment, and every performance will have its fans, its critics, and plenty of hot takes to keep the conversation going long after the lights go down.
