Hip-hop veterans Mase and Boosie Badazz didn’t hold back after Bad Bunny’s Chris Brown Super Bowl halftime push gained steam online. The rappers criticised the NFL for ignoring the R&B star, stating that recent performances, such as the big one last night, are no longer sufficient.
Bad Bunny lit up the stage at Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, bringing high energy with hits and surprise guests like Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin.
Dressed in white, he danced through a set celebrating Latin culture, complete with flags and massive crowds cheering. It was colourful, loud, and full of flair – the kind of production fans expect from these massive events.
But not everyone walked away impressed. On his podcast, It Is What It Is, Mase gave the performance a low score and went straight for the bigger picture. “The halftime shows keep getting worse each year,” he said.
“I can think of several artists that could’ve done a better job. Chris Brown is way overdue.” He questioned where the excellence went, pointing to Breezy’s dance moves, hits, and stage command as exactly what the Super Bowl needs.
Boosie jumped in too, watching from home and venting online. He called it straight-up disrespectful that Chris Brown has never headlined, despite decades of chart-toppers and sold-out tours.
“Enough is enough,” he posted, rallying fans to push for change. Clips of his reaction spread fast, with him shaking his head at the screen while the show went on.
Chris Brown himself chimed in subtly, sharing messages hinting the NFL could use his talent next time. Known for gravity-defying routines and nonstop energy, he’s the kind of performer who flips, spins, and sings live without missing a beat – stuff that’s made his concerts legendary.
Fans are split down the middle. Some loved Bad Bunny’s vibe, saying it brought fresh representation and global appeal.
Others agree with Mase and Boosie, arguing R&B and hip-hop heavyweights like Brown get passed over too often. Comments flooded in: “Chris would shut it down – dancing, singing, the whole package.” A few brought up past controversies around Brown, wondering if that’s the holdup.
This debate pops up almost every year. The Super Bowl halftime show pulls huge views, bigger than the game sometimes, so choices matter.
Mase and Boosie speaking out has reignited calls for a Chris Brown Super Bowl moment. He’s stayed relevant with new music and tours that pack arenas. Supporters say talent should win out. Critics point to old issues, saying the NFL picks carefully for family audiences.
Whatever side you’re on, the conversation shows how much these performances mean. Last night’s show had fireworks and surprises, but for Mase, Boosie, and plenty of fans, Chris Brown remains the one they want up there.
As clips keep circulating and debates rage, one thing stands – the push for Breezy on that stage isn’t going away quietly. Next year, who knows? The NFL might just listen.
