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Bad Bunny’s sold-out No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí (“I Don’t Want to Leave Here”) residency at the Coliseo in San Juan is more than just a concert series. It’s a cultural homecoming and political statement wrapped in rhythm, history, and heartache. As the second phase of the 30-show run opens to fans beyond Puerto Rico, the performances echo deeper truths about the island — its beauty, its pain, and its fight for justice.
The residency follows the release of Debí Tirar Más Fotos and runs through the hurricane season — a pointed reminder of Hurricane Maria’s devastation in 2017. Raised in Vega Baja, Bad Bunny has long used his global platform to confront issues like chronic power outages, the displacement of locals due to gentrification, and unchecked tourism. His 2022 anthem “El Apagón” and songs like “Turista” directly critique the outsider gaze on Puerto Rico as a vacation destination divorced from its daily struggles.
For fans attending the shows or simply curious about the island’s soul, there are powerful ways to experience Puerto Rico more meaningfully:
(De)Colonial Walking Tours in Old San Juan challenge sanitized narratives and explore how colonialism and tax laws have reshaped the historic district.
Bomba and Plena Music in Loíza and Santurce carry the legacy of Afro-Puerto Rican resistance and spirituality — genres that deeply influence Bad Bunny’s sound.
Casa Pueblo in Adjuntas showcases energy independence through solar-powered microgrids, offering a tangible response to the island’s fragile infrastructure.
Lares, the birthplace of Puerto Rico’s independence movement, remains a symbol of rebellion — and features prominently in Bad Bunny’s music and imagery.
Museo de Nuestros Mártires in Jayuya preserves the stories of Puerto Rican activists, including those criminalized for simply flying their flag.
Plaza de los Salseros in Santurce honors the salsa legends that shaped Puerto Rican music and inspired Bad Bunny’s nostalgic “Baile Inolvidable.”
Together, these places reflect a Puerto Rico that’s rich, complex, and fighting to define itself — a message Bad Bunny amplifies every time he takes the stage. His residency is a reminder: Puerto Rico is not just a backdrop. It’s the main character.
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