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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘No Me Quiero Ir De Aquí': Bad Bunny Brings Pride, Power & Puerto Rican Excellence to Historic Residency Premiere at Coliseo
It feels undeniable at this point: the first half of the decade belongs to Bad Bunny. Over the past five years, the Puerto Rican superstar has reigned as the most-streamed artist on the planet, his music serving as the soundtrack to millions across borders, cultures and languages. Year after year, he shatters records, breaks barriers, numerously reaches No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and carves out a legacy shared only by once-in-a-lifetime icons. His latest milestone? A history-making residency kickoff on Friday night (July 11) at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot (aka El Choli) in San Juan. Dubbed No Me Quiero Ir De Aquí (I Don't Want to Leave From Here), the event marks the beginning of an unprecedented 30-show series at Puerto Rico's most iconic venue with a capacity crowd of 18,000. To a full house on opening night, Benito delivered three hours of spectacle, celebration, and pure corazón boricua, cementing Puerto Rico as the world's main stage. More from Billboard Bad Bunny Kicks Off Historic Residency in Puerto Rico: Every Song From First Show 'Been Busy': Tame Impala Teases New Music With Social Media Update Doja Cat, Tems, J Balvin & Coldplay Join Forces for Unifying FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show Performance At times, the show felt like an immersive celebration of Puerto Rican history and identity. Before even kicking off his three-hour performance at 9 p.m. ET, a giant screen projected facts about the island's roots, culture and resilience. Messages in Spanish like 'Puerto Rico is an archipelago, not just an island' and 'San Juan is one of the oldest cities in the Americas. It was founded in 1521' educated the crowd, fusing pride with context. Others underscored the island's distinctiveness: 'Puerto Rico has two native musical genres: bomba and plena,' a tribute to its African and working-class traditions, and 'In Puerto Rico, they celebrate the longest Christmas season in the world.' Even lighter truths got a moment in the spotlight: 'Sancocho cures anything, according to our grandmothers.' This mix of history and pride set the tone for an unforgettable night. Benito appeared on stage wearing a Taíno-inspired outfit — a beige ensemble with straw accents, dark shades and a winter-trapper-style hat — as if embodying the island's ancient roots while stepping firmly into the modern world. With a set that featured lush green hills and intricate cultural motifs, the visuals matched the depth of his message: Puerto Rican culture was front and center — not for explanation but for celebration. He opened with his new single 'ALAMBRE PúA' — which he premiered at the residency — followed up by 'DTmF' and spanned through hits from his latest album, DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, including 'KETU TeCRÉ,' 'EL CLúB,' 'PIToRRO DE COCO' and 'WELTiTA.' He also performed older classics including 'La Santa' (originally feat. Daddy Yankee), 'El Apagón,' 'Si Estuviésemos Juntos' and 'Ni Bien Ni Mal,' totaling up to over 30 songs — transitioning between bomba, plena, salsa, Latin trap and reggaetón. He brought Puerto Rico's ancestral rhythms to life with hypnotic percussion and dancers wearing traditional straw hats. And later, during a segment dedicated to salsa, the energy shifted to honor the Puerto Rican diaspora's contributions to the genre. Rocking a classic cream suit styled from that '70s era, he channeled the spirit of legends like Héctor Lavoe, Willie Colón, Rubén Blades and Tito Puente, Benito gave a nod to the iconic Fania All-Stars era — most importantly, to the generations of Puerto Ricans in New York City who sustained these sounds long after they left the island. Throughout the night, Benito made clear that this residency wasn't just about him — it was about the community and legends who paved the way. Midway through the performance, he paused to deliver a shoutout to the P.R. trailblazers who shaped reggaetón and Latin music: Tego Calderón, Daddy Yankee, Ivy Queen, Don Omar, Wisin y Yandel, Ñengo Flow and many others. 'This is all for you. For us,' he said, pulling the crowd even closer to his vision. And the surprises didn't stop there. Basketball legends LeBron James and Draymond Green joined Benito on stage, lounging with him in a tiny recreation of a Puerto Rican casita — one of the standout set pieces of the night — that highlighted the island's charm and the sense of 'home' that resonated throughout the performance. 'This residency is more than a concert series — it's a defining moment for our island,' Jorge L. Pérez, the venue's general manager, told Billboard Español. 'It's an affirmation of our creative talent and our place in global entertainment.' With Puerto Rico about to experience an influx of over 250,000 visitors during the residency's run, Benito has positioned the island as an entertainment destination, creating waves that will benefit the local economy, uplift small businesses and draw global eyes to its unique identity. Pérez continues: 'It inspires the next generation to believe that success doesn't require leaving home. They can dream big, build here, and be celebrated here. This is Puerto Rican pride in motion. It's cultural relevance, economic momentum and artistic excellence — all rooted right where it matters most.' By the time the final moments arrived near midnight, Bad Bunny stood shoulder to shoulder with his dancers, a massive Puerto Rican flag spread across the stage lights lit up the venue. It was a culmination of gratitude — a tribute to the land, the people, and the culture that shaped him into the artist the world knows today. 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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bad Bunny Drops Surprise Single ‘Alambre Púa' Amid Historic Puerto Rico Residency
Bad Bunny continues to keep fans on their toes. Throughout the first three dates of his 30-show No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí (I Don't Want to Leave Here) residency at Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot (a.k.a. El Choli), the singer has been performing a new song titled 'Alambre Púa' as the opening song of the show. On Monday (July 14), El Conejo Malo finally dropped the single on all DSPs, alongside an accompanying visual. The nearly 3-minute music video, recorded at the venue, transforms the stage into a visual homage to Bunny's Puerto Rican roots, with lush mountainous landscapes and Taino-inspired dancer weaving through the scene, wearing beige colors with straw accents. There was also a ceiba-like tree at the right side of the stage — Puerto Rico's national tree and a cultural symbol. The percussive-heavy track is produced by Tainy and Luis Ahmed Irizarry. More from Billboard 'No Me Quiero Ir De Aquí': Bad Bunny Brings Pride, Power & Puerto Rican Excellence to Historic Residency Premiere at Coliseo 'Been Busy': Tame Impala Teases New Music With Social Media Update Doja Cat, Tems, J Balvin & Coldplay Join Forces for Unifying FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show Performance The stage design was executed with the help of set designer Gabriela Escalera, Mayna Magruder, production designer Monica Monserrate, Natalia Rosa, Rafi Pérez, and A1 Productions' executive producer Sigfredo Bellaflores — all of whom captured Bad Bunny's creativity and deep connection to his heritage, marking a powerful beginning to an already historic residency. 'Me amarraste el corazón con alambre 'e púa', he sings ('You tied my heart with barbed wire'). He pairs this sentiment with declarations like, 'Hoy te vo'a buscar y te vo'a besar cerca del lunar', meaning, 'Tonight I'll find you and kiss you near your birthmark.' Benito's residency in Puerto Rico continues through the rest of July and into mid September. The first nine dates of the show have been specifically reserved for local residents only, with the remainder of the residency open to the public. Watch the video for Bad Bunny's new single 'Alambre Púa' below, recorded live from El Choli. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
CNN
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Bad Bunny starts Puerto Rico Residency
Bad Bunny starts Puerto Rico Residency A sense of excitement has permeated Puerto Rico as homegrown artist Bad Bunny, one of the world's biggest music stars, launched his long-awaited residency on Friday. Fans attending the concert told CNN just how excited they were. All 30 shows, which will take place at the 18,500-seat arena Coliseo de Puerto Rico, have been sold out. 00:48 - Source: CNN Vertical Trending Now 17 videos Bad Bunny starts Puerto Rico Residency A sense of excitement has permeated Puerto Rico as homegrown artist Bad Bunny, one of the world's biggest music stars, launched his long-awaited residency on Friday. Fans attending the concert told CNN just how excited they were. All 30 shows, which will take place at the 18,500-seat arena Coliseo de Puerto Rico, have been sold out. 00:48 - Source: CNN Tijuana sets record for largest margarita Tijuana, Mexico, sets a new Guinness World Record for the largest margarita at a massive 34,419 liters. 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France 24
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- France 24
Bad Bunny draws jubilant Puerto Ricans to historic residency
Wearing Puerto Rican flag shirts or just draped in the flags themselves, jubilant fans packed the area surrounding San Juan's Coliseo de Puerto Rico arena ahead of the show entitled "No Me Quiero Ir De Aqui" — "I don't want to leave here." The album of the same name is a history lesson in Puerto Rican music and rhythms as well as a rallying cry that lays bare its colonial past and present. It also addresses the issue of gentrification that favors luxury homes and tourism over the needs of Puerto Ricans. Bad Bunny, 31, has long used his platform as a means to give voice to his fellow Puerto Ricans, while also managing to rule the charts with his reggaeton-forward blend of eminently danceable pop that has found massive global success. And now the artist born Benito Martinez Ocasio is bringing that success back home to El Choli, as the arena with a capacity of more than 18,000 is colloquially known in the Puerto Rican capital. "It's super emotional," Amanda Sanchez, 30, told AFP. "I think Benito did something really transcendental, for what the culture is, here in Puerto Rico," said the content creator dressed in a red scarf and a Puerto Rican-flag colored bikini top. — Locals first — That the first nine shows are limited to Puerto Rican residents -- a poignant remark on Bad Bunny's commitment to making music first and foremost for the people of his homeland -- is something "really special for us," said Sanchez. Puerto Rico is a US territory but not a state. Even though its residents are American citizens, their rights are limited. They cannot vote in the US presidential election, for example, and have only a non-voting delegate in Congress. Sanchez said it was heartwarming "to be able to feel like an artist of Bad Bunny's magnitude can give us, the people of the island" first pick of shows. "And we are here to enjoy it, to dance and to have a great time!" As fans, many wearing the iconic Puerto Rican "pava" straw hats, filed en masse into El Choli, vendors slung pina coladas, the beloved frozen drink born on the island. A big screen overlooking the lush, tropical set onstage -- on which live chickens wandered freely -- displayed facts about Puerto Rican history and unabashed political statements. The crowd burst into applause when the screen flash with the message: "PR is an unincorporated territory of the United States, but has its own flag, culture and identity." Speak the 'truth' The highly anticipated residency announced in January begins on July 11, and will continue into September over subsequent Friday to Sunday three-day weekends. Michelle Munoz, 55, a Brooklynite of Puerto Rican origin, did not have tickets for the buzzy opening night but showed up anyway to soak in the vibes. Munoz said she began coming back to her parents' homeland in 2023, after having stayed in the United States for decades. Now, she feels "like this is where I want to spend the rest of my life." For Munoz, Bad Bunny's popularity stems from his willingness to speak the "truth" while "showing and honoring the history of music -- the music that came before him, that he grew up on, and that made him." "He's not a crossover. He is a Spanish-singing global artist," she added. "Not everybody can do that."
Skift
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Skift
Puerto Rico Gets Its Own 'Taylor Swift Effect' — Thanks to Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny is a huge draw for his connection to the island and his support of the local economy. Bad Bunny kicks off his Puerto Rico residency Friday, with a 30-night concert series in San Juan that promises to supercharge the island's economy. The Puerto Rican native will perform at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico each weekend between July 11 and September 14. 'As soon as the residency was announced, we saw an immense increase in searches of Puerto Rico in the tourist sector,' said Glorianna Yamin, vice president of marketing for Discover Puerto Rico. 'It's unprecedented. We have never experienced an event like this. Thirty concerts is the first ever residency that is going to be happening on the island, but we are extremely excited that Puerto Rico has been put on the map.' The summer months normally mark the slow season for Puerto Rican tourism, when wet weather and hurricanes dampen demand. But Bad Bunny's worldwide appeal has packed hotels. Total hotel occupancy for August was 67% higher than the same time in 2024, according to data provider TravelClick. Bad Bunny is a huge draw for his connection to the island and his support of the local economy. "Shop Local For Bad Bunny's Concert" was one message on a Bad Bunny fan account. Another fan on TikTok was excited by another message: "We're going to be Puerto Rican AF." Bad Bunny urges fans to buy their outfits from local businesses for his Residency 🇵🇷 🐰 — Access Bad Bunny (@AccessBadBunny) July 7, 2025 To date, visitors booked over 48,000 nights across 34 hotels throughout the island. Those hotels participated in packaged concert experiences managed by the Live Nation company, Vibee. Alma San Juan, one of the participating hotels, has seen a 40% increase in bookings compared to the same period last year, said Ada Mabel Rivera, Alma's director of sales and marketing. Short-term rentals are getting a Bad Bunny bump as well. Since the artist announced his residency in January, Airbnb searches across the island jumped by more than 140% for the concert dates compared to those same dates in 2024, an Airbnb spokesperson said in an email to Skift. Outside of the U.S., those searches came from Spain, Mexico, Canada, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Chile, France and Ecuador. That spike in international interest corresponds to data from ForwardKeys, which showed flight searches from overseas markets in mid-January were seven times higher than the previous week. Those search volumes continued for weeks after Bad Bunny announced his tour, according to ForwardKeys. Meanwhile, flight bookings from the to Puerto Rico between July and September increased by 217% compared to 2024, according to data from The website also showed an 88% increase in accommodation bookings in Puerto Rico for that period. Late Summer Boost Though Bad Bunny's residency has goosed occupancy rates in both hotels and short-term rentals, a closer look at the data shows that the spike doesn't hit until late July and early August. That's because the artist reserved the first nine shows for island residents while the remaining 21 dates were open to fans elsewhere. When those restrictions were lifted, demand for short-term rentals shot up for August and September, according to Jamie Lane, chief economist at AirDNA. 'When we pulled the data a few weeks ago now, it was a 200% increase in demand,' Lane said, adding that the strong booking activity not only hit the concert dates, but throughout the entire week. Lane has not seen this type of demand with artist residencies in Las Vegas. Instead, he compares the Bad Bunny boost to "The Taylor Swift Effect" from the Eras Tour. 'You track the Taylor Swift concert throughout Europe, you see this effect,' Lane said. 'But essentially what we're seeing is the Taylor Swift effect, like every single week for a month and a half all concentrated into a single market.' Airbnb data shows visitors are not only interested in San Juan, but destinations across the island including Vega Baja, Guaynabo, San Sebastián, Cayey, Manatí and Mayagüez. That's good news for Yamin, whose organization is pushing visitors to explore cities outside of the capital. 'We're making sure that those visitors that come to the island understand that we have 78 municipalities that they don't have to stay in the San Juan or the metro region, that is where the concert is taking place,' Yamin said. 'We want them to understand that Puerto Rico is so much more than that.'
