Bad Bunny Reveals Reason Why He Refuses To Tour in the US
Summary
Global music phenomenonBad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has ignited widespread discussion with his recent blunt declaration regarding his upcomingDeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToSWorld Tour: touring the continental United States is 'unnecessary.' This forthright statement, made in a recent interview withVariety, underscores the Puerto Rican superstar's unique approach to his career and his deep connection to his homeland.
The decision comes as Bad Bunny prepares for an extensive 30-night 'No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí' residency in San Juan, Puerto Rico, beginning on July 11. This residency, whose title translates to 'I Don't Want to Leave Here,' is a deeply personal project for the artist, reflecting his profound emotional ties to his island. He confessed that completing his last tour was challenging because his focus was already on this deeply desired Puerto Rican chapter.
While fans in the U.S. might be disappointed, Bad Bunny was quick to point out that they have had 'no shortage of opportunities to see him perform' over the past six years, citing his massive 45-date 'Most Wanted Tour' in the U.S. in 2024. His em>DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World Tour, set to kick off in November, will instead focus on stadium dates across South America, Australia, Asia, and Europe, intentionally bypassing the U.S. mainland.
The artist's candidness extends to the idea of a concert film for U.S. audiences. When asked if such a film was in the works, Bad Bunny reportedly stated it was 'unnecessary' as well. His label CEO, Noah Assad, elaborated, mentioning that while most shows are recorded, there's a deliberate choice not to publish permanent concert footage, favoring live, in-the-moment experiences for attendees. However, Assad did not entirely rule out the possibility of a residency or world tour film in the future, noting 'there's no pressure on us.'
Bad Bunny's decision, while seemingly unusual for an artist of his global stature, is being interpreted by many as a powerful statement—not just about tour logistics, but potentially about his album's themes of Puerto Rican pride and anti-colonialism, and perhaps even the current political climate surrounding Hispanic immigrants in the U.S. Regardless of the underlying motivations, it's a clear signal that Bad Bunny remains committed to doing things his way, prioritizing his artistic vision and his roots.
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Summary Global music phenomenonBad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, has ignited widespread discussion with his recent blunt declaration regarding his upcomingDeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToSWorld Tour: touring the continental United States is 'unnecessary.' This forthright statement, made in a recent interview withVariety, underscores the Puerto Rican superstar's unique approach to his career and his deep connection to his homeland. The decision comes as Bad Bunny prepares for an extensive 30-night 'No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí' residency in San Juan, Puerto Rico, beginning on July 11. This residency, whose title translates to 'I Don't Want to Leave Here,' is a deeply personal project for the artist, reflecting his profound emotional ties to his island. He confessed that completing his last tour was challenging because his focus was already on this deeply desired Puerto Rican chapter. While fans in the U.S. might be disappointed, Bad Bunny was quick to point out that they have had 'no shortage of opportunities to see him perform' over the past six years, citing his massive 45-date 'Most Wanted Tour' in the U.S. in 2024. His em>DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World Tour, set to kick off in November, will instead focus on stadium dates across South America, Australia, Asia, and Europe, intentionally bypassing the U.S. mainland. The artist's candidness extends to the idea of a concert film for U.S. audiences. When asked if such a film was in the works, Bad Bunny reportedly stated it was 'unnecessary' as well. His label CEO, Noah Assad, elaborated, mentioning that while most shows are recorded, there's a deliberate choice not to publish permanent concert footage, favoring live, in-the-moment experiences for attendees. However, Assad did not entirely rule out the possibility of a residency or world tour film in the future, noting 'there's no pressure on us.' Bad Bunny's decision, while seemingly unusual for an artist of his global stature, is being interpreted by many as a powerful statement—not just about tour logistics, but potentially about his album's themes of Puerto Rican pride and anti-colonialism, and perhaps even the current political climate surrounding Hispanic immigrants in the U.S. Regardless of the underlying motivations, it's a clear signal that Bad Bunny remains committed to doing things his way, prioritizing his artistic vision and his roots.
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For fashionable listeners, and those who aim to become more fabulous. Past champion: 'Bad Girls,' Donna Summer (1979) Song of the summer of revenge: 'Manchild,' Sabrina Carpenter Does it sound strikingly similar to 'Please, Please, Please' at times? Sure. But has Sabrina Carpenter cornered the market on country-tinged, satirical pop songs about heterofatalism, an internet neologism for those who find heterosexuality embarrassing and hopeless? Also, yes. But you know, with a wink, vengeance and a danceable quality. Amen, hey men! Past champion: 'Before He Cheats,' Carrie Underwood (from her 2005 debut album, but released as a single in 2006) Biggest song of the year, and therefore the default song of the summer: 'Luther,' Kendrick Lamar and SZA Is a song released in November too dated to qualify for song of the summer? Perhaps. But here's the rub: Kendrick Lamar and SZA's 'Luther' held the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for 13 weeks in 2025 — over half the year so far. 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Past champion: 'You're Still the One,' Shania Twain (from her 1997 album, but released as a single in 1998) Song of the summer released half a decade ago: 'party 4 you,' Charli xcx The data doesn't lie and what is old is new is old is new again. In the year after 'BRAT' summer, desire for more Charli xcx is still strong. As a result, fans have dug up a cut from her 2020 album, 'How I'm Feeling Now,' and turned it into their own summer anthem … five years later. So much so, in fact, that Charli released a music video for it in May. Past champion: 'Cruel Summer,' Taylor Swift (released in 2019, crowned song of the summer in 2023) Look, 'Mutt' also arrived in 2024, but in 2025 — bolstered by a deluxe release and a recent Chris Brown remix — makes 'Mutt' an easy song of the summer pick for some listeners. It's difficult to hear that chorus and not sing along: 'She said, 'Take your time, what's the rush?' / I said, 'Baby, I'm a dog, I'm a mutt.''
