FCC Clears Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show of Any Violations
The Bad Bunny halftime show during Super Bowl LX sparked a wave of reactions and complaints, yet the FCC has cleared it of any violations. Despite controversy surrounding the language and content, the Commission’s initial review found no breaches of decency regulations.
FCC Findings on Bad Bunny’s Performance
Viewers expressed outrage over the performance, particularly regarding the lyrics, which were primarily in Spanish. Many complaints were lodged with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), seeking to contest the appropriateness of the content.
According to sources, including Charles Gasparino from the New York Post, the FCC concluded that the performance did not contain explicit language. The agency noted that the lyrics were modified to exclude suggestive references typically found in Bad Bunny’s songs.
Content Changes and Comparisons with Past Shows
- The FCC determined the songs performed were appropriately altered.
- Changes during halftime shows are common, seen previously with artists like Kendrick Lamar.
- Claims of violations were dismissed, leading to the issue being closed unless new evidence emerges.
The possibility of “further evidence” to reopen the case is unclear, as the entire performance aired live, reaching an audience of 128.2 million. The playbacks have garnered billions of views online.
Public Reception and Historical Context
While the controversy surrounding Bad Bunny’s halftime show received attention, it was relatively minor compared to past incidents. For instance, a wardrobe malfunction 22 years ago led to significant uproar and contributed to the creation of YouTube.
In conclusion, the FCC has affirmed that the 2023 Super Bowl halftime show by Bad Bunny did not cross the line of decency, providing a new chapter in the ongoing discussion of live performances and media standards.
