Bad Bunny’s Dictionary for the Super Bowl: English Translations and Key Terms

After sweeping the 2026 Grammys—winning Album of the Year and becoming the first Latin artist ever to do so with a Spanish-language album—Bad Bunny will headline the Halftime Show at the Super Bowl on February 8th, making him the first Latin artist to ever take this stage.

Many fans and newcomers are looking for tips, lyrics and key words to understand Bad Bunny when he performs in Spanish, his native tongue, during the big show next week. Here’s a glossary of essential terms to help you follow along and fully enjoy his music.

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Typical Bad Bunny Terms Explained

• PR / Acho PR / Pfuckin R: References to Puerto Rico, his homeland, and Puerto Rican pride.
• La Casita: Literally “the little house,” meaning an intimate or special place, often tied to neighborhood culture.
• Puñeta: A Puerto Rican expression with many uses—it can express frustration, surprise, or emphasis (kind of like “damn” or “heck”).
• NuevaYol: A casual, Puerto Rican way to say New York, important in Nuyorican culture (Puerto Ricans in New York).
• DTMF (Debí Tirar Más Fotos): Acronym and title of his latest album, meaning “I Should Have Taken More Photos.”
• Perreo: A sensual style of dance typical of reggaetón music.
• Bellaca / Bellaquear: Being bold, playful, or sexy—like “feisty” or “flirty.”
• Pitorro de Coco: A traditional Puerto Rican coconut-flavored liquor, symbolizing party culture.
• Reggaetón: The genre Bad Bunny has revolutionized worldwide—urban Latin music with roots in dancehall and hip-hop.

What His Songs Really Mean: A Look at His Setlist

DTMF (Debí Tirar Más Fotos)

The title stands for “I Should Have Taken More Photos.” This song blends plena (a traditional Puerto Rican rhythm) with urban beats and talks about regret and nostalgia—wishing he had captured more special moments, taken more pictures, hugged and kissed loved ones more, and cherishes those memories.

BAILE INOLVIDABLE

With salsa influences, this track reflects on a past love and unforgettable memories, honoring classic Caribbean sounds and Puerto Rican salsa culture. Here are the English lyrics.

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NUEVAYOL

Celebrating the Puerto Rico–New York connection, this song evokes life in Latino neighborhoods, traditions, and cultural pride. Its music video dropped on July 4th (US Independence Day) and calls for unity within the Latinx community while highlighting immigrant stories. Here are the English lyrics.

LA MUDANZA

This song has a double meaning: it tells the story of how Bad Bunny’s parents met and expresses a deep sense of belonging to Puerto Rico, emphasizing identity, family, and cultural roots.

LO QUE LE PASÓ A HAWAII

An emotional critique of gentrification and cultural loss in Puerto Rico, comparing the island’s situation to Hawaii’s after annexation. It addresses displacement, mass tourism, and the damaging effects these forces have on local identity.

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Other Iconic Tracks You Should Know

• TITI ME PREGUNTÓ (from Un Verano Sin Ti, 2022): “Titi” means aunt in Puerto Rico. This catchy hit talks about questions from his family about his love life, with an infectious beat.
• EL APAGÓN (from Un Verano Sin Ti): A tribute to Caribbean culture and social criticism, referencing Puerto Rico’s power outages and deeper systemic issues.
• PERFUMITO NUEVO (with RaiNao): Pure party vibes with urban and reggaetón beats—sensual and super catchy.
• SAFAERA (from YHLQMDLG, 2020): A reggaetón anthem known for wild beat switches and explosive energy. “Safaera” means chaos, madness, or “out of control.”
• LA SANTA (with Daddy Yankee): A mix of classic reggaetón and modern trap, where “La Santa” (The Saint) refers to a woman who is neither perfect nor bad.
• PERRO NEGRO (with Feid): A tribute to the iconic “Perro Negro” nightclub, a landmark in Latin party culture, especially in Miami.

An Album That’s Evolution and Pride

The album Bad Bunny brings to the Super Bowl shows his artistic and personal growth. It blends traditional Puerto Rican music styles (salsa, plena, jíbaro) with today’s urban sounds. It honors Puerto Rican identity and tackles political and social topics like colonialism, gentrification, and migration.

Featuring collaborations with Puerto Rican artists and cultural sounds, this project bridges the modern and the traditional, celebrating his roots and global influence.

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