"That's how I make my music" — Bad Bunny opens up about speaking in Puerto Rican language in his songs

Global music sensation Bad Bunny has once again made waves, not just for his chart-topping hits but for the cultural authenticity embedded in his lyrics.

On January 5, 2025, following the release of his sixth studio album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, reflected on incorporating the Puerto Rican language into his music in an interview with Time.

During the interview, the King of Latin Trap shared his perspective on being a multifaceted human being, expressing that he experiences a range of emotions, from crying to dancing and even engaging with political themes. He emphasized that his music is a reflection of these emotions.

"I'm a normal human being... and I have feelings. That's how I make my music. Sometimes I want to cry, sometimes I want to dance, and sometimes I want to talk about political things. It's not because I feel a pressure to say something because I'm a public figure," Bunny said.

Bad Bunny is a Puerto Rican rapper, singer, actor, and record producer. He gained fame with his trap music, especially with the 2016 hit Soy Peor. His incorporation of the Puerto Rican language, which typically includes Spanish, has contributed to his widespread popularity.

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Bad Bunny shares his connection to the Puerto Rican language in music

On Sunday, January 5, 2025, during an interview with Time, Bad Bunny reflected on his music style and preferences.

He expressed his deep connection to his Puerto Rican roots, saying that the history of his country runs through his veins. He also highlighted that at the peak of his career, he wants to showcase to the world who he is and what Puerto Rico represents.

"I am Puerto Rican, I am Caribbean, and my music, my culture, my country’s history run through my veins, from plena to reggaetón. At the peak of my career and popularity, I want to show the world who I am, who BENITO ANTONIO is, and who PUERTO RICO is," Bunny said.

Bad Bunny also addressed the issue of wealthy foreigners moving to Puerto Rico. He pointed out that many of them are unaware of the island's challenges, and he hopes to raise awareness through his music.

"They don’t even know that Puerto Ricans on the island don’t even vote for the president, but they do know that they can go to the island to legally evade taxes. That’s something that shocked me," Bunny added.

Further discussing his newly released album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos, the King of Latin Trap shared that it uniquely reflects Puerto Rican music, setting it apart from other artists. He explained that he has found his roots, and the music represents who he truly is.

"This is an album of Puerto Rican music, and a completely different vibe from what any other artist has done. I found what my roots are: the sound that represents me," Bunny said.

The album Debí Tirar Más Fotos has 17 tracks. Speaking about one of the tracks, Lo Que Pasó a Hawaii, Bad Bunny noted that it has a political undertone and that every Puerto Rican listener could relate to the song.

"Many times, when I want to express myself in a more political way, I do it in songs because it's the best way I can. I think that every Puerto Rican can listen to it and come to their own conclusion and do their research and understand it the way they think best," Bunny said.

The album, released through Rimas Entertainment, follows his 2023 record Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana.

The 17 tracks on Debí Tirar Más Fotos include titles such as — Kloufrens, Lo que le pasó a Hawaii, Bokete, Ketu tecré, Pitorro de coco, Eoo, El clúb, Veldá, Weltita, La mudanza, Café con ron, DTMF, Turista, Perfumito nuevo, Baile inolvidable, NuevaYol, and Voy a llevarte pa PR.