Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny used his moment in the spotlight at the 2026 Grammy Awards to deliver a powerful political message about U.S. immigration policy, just a week before he is set to headline the Super Bowl LX halftime show.
On Sunday night at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Bad Bunny accepted the Best Música Urbana Album award for Debí Tirar Más Fotos and, instead of sticking to the standard thank‑you script, seized the opportunity to speak on behalf of immigrants and marginalized communities. Before thanking God, he paused and declared: “ICE out.”
The phrase, a direct reference to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, drew a standing ovation from the audience, and Bad Bunny went on to call for empathy and unity in the face of divisive rhetoric.
“We’re not savage. We’re not animals. We’re not aliens. We are humans, and we are Americans,” he said, emphasizing that immigrants should be treated with dignity and respect.
In his remarks, the artist urged people to reject hate and embrace love even amid political polarization. “The hate gets more powerful with more hate. The only thing that is more powerful than hate is love,” he told the crowd, encouraging compassion and mutual understanding.
Bad Bunny’s speech aligns with a broader display of political activism at the Grammys, where artists and attendees visibly protested immigration policies. Several performers and winners, including Billie Eilish, also criticized ICE and highlighted concerns about recent enforcement actions across major U.S. cities
The Grammy moment comes amid heightened scrutiny of Bad Bunny’s role as the Super Bowl halftime performer. His selection has drawn pushback from some conservative figures, who have criticized his outspoken views and questioned his fit for one of the nation’s most watched live entertainment stages.
Nonetheless, the NFL has stood by its choice, and Bad Bunny’s performance at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, remains scheduled for February 8.
As fans and critics alike prepare for the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny’s Grammy speech adds a layer of political significance to what is typically a celebration of music and culture, spotlighting social issues that extend far beyond the stage.
