Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Bad Bunny

Discover the career path of Bad Bunny, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is a highly successful Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and record producer. Often called the "King of Latin Trap," he is recognized for his significant role in popularizing Spanish-language rap music globally. He achieved unprecedented success as the first non-English language American artist to top Spotify's most-streamed artist list for three consecutive years (2020-2022). His album, Un Verano Sin Ti (2022), holds the record as the most-streamed album on Spotify.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

January 2019: Criticism of Don Omar's tweet

In January 2019, Bad Bunny criticized a tweet by reggaeton artist Don Omar that was considered homophobic, in support of LGBT rights.

July 22, 2019: Protest against government corruption

On July 22, 2019, Bad Bunny joined artists and Puerto Ricans in protesting against government corruption and demanding Ricardo Rosselló's resignation as Governor of Puerto Rico.

February 2020: Protest on The Tonight Show

In February 2020, during a performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Bad Bunny called attention to the murder of transgender woman Alexa Negrón Luciano in Puerto Rico, wearing a shirt with the words "They Killed Alexa. Not a Man in a Skirt."

January 31, 2021: WWE Royal Rumble performance

On January 31, 2021, Bad Bunny performed his song "Booker T" live at WWE's Royal Rumble event, with an appearance by Booker T.

January 23, 2023: Playable wrestler in WWE 2K23

On January 23, 2023, it was announced that Bad Bunny would be a playable wrestler in the WWE 2K23 video game as a pre-order bonus.

March 8, 2023: Hosting WWE Backlash

On March 8, 2023, it was announced that Bad Bunny would serve as the host for WWE's upcoming event, Backlash, taking place in Puerto Rico.

April 1, 2023: Commentating at WrestleMania 39

On April 1, 2023, Bad Bunny joined the Spanish announce team to commentate during the match between Rey Mysterio and Dominik Mysterio on Night 1 of WrestleMania 39.

May 19, 2023: Release of "Where She Goes"

On May 19, 2023, Bad Bunny released his first solo single of the year, "Where She Goes", venturing into jersey club music. The music video featured cameos from Frank Ocean, Lil Uzi Vert, and Ronaldinho.

September 12, 2023: Bad Bunny reveals he is no longer involved in El Muerto film

On September 12, 2023, in an interview with Vanity Fair, Bad Bunny revealed his disinvolvement in the upcoming 'El Muerto' film following its schedule removal. He also confirmed that he is working on a new album planned for release in the fall.

October 13, 2023: Release of Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana

On October 13, 2023, Bad Bunny released his album 'Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana', which has 22 tracks. The album release followed weeks of teasers and rumors.

May 2024: Bad Bunny co-chairs the Met Gala

In May 2024, Bad Bunny co-chaired the annual Met Gala in Manhattan.

October 2024: Criticism of Trump and support for Kamala Harris

In October 2024, after a rally held by Donald Trump in which Tony Hinchcliffe compared Puerto Rico to a "floating island of garbage", Bad Bunny posted videos on Instagram that were critical of Trump and supportive of Kamala Harris.

2024: Endorsement of Juan Dalmau

In 2024, Bad Bunny endorsed Juan Dalmau of the Alianza de País party in the Puerto Rico gubernatorial election.

January 5, 2025: Release of Debí Tirar Más Fotos

On January 5, 2025, Bad Bunny released his seventh album, 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos', which he stated "recommits me to Puerto Rico" and contains many collaborators representing a range of Puerto Rican styles.