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    Bad Bunny Reflects on Latino Rejection Experiences in America

    Image Source: Bad Bunny @ Instagram

    Bad Bunny recently engaged in a conversation with Rolling Stone for their latest cover piece, providing insight into his existence as a prominent global icon—where he recites affirmations like “Thank you, God. Thank you, life” prior to stepping onto the stage.

    The artist, known as El Conejo Malo, has undergone significant changes since his last feature in 2020. He has shifted from expressing mid-pandemic sentiments such as, “O.G. reggaetón deserves a space in the pop world” to firmly establishing himself as el rey de todo.

    In this recent interview, the “Moscow Mule” performer opens up about his genuine self, beyond his public image. So, what did Bad Bunny do immediately following his historic Coachella performance this year? He took a shower, enjoyed a bowl of cereal, and then went to sleep— “Tranquilito, tranquilito.”

    While Bad Bunny shared intriguing details about his current lifestyle (he maintains that movie theater soda is unrivaled), he opted to deflect inquiries regarding his rumored romance with Kendall Jenner. Nevertheless, he discussed his views on being Latino in the U.S., particularly reflecting on contentious comments he made to TIME earlier this year.

    In March, the musician ignited an online debate with remarks regarding colorism in the music industry. He said at that point, “I haven’t seen it. It’d be irresponsible of me to say yes.”

    He elaborated further, stating, “I can’t say that yes or no because I haven’t lived it… I also haven’t seen with my own eyes that yes this person didn’t become more successful because of their skin.”

    Bad Bunny acknowledged that in earlier years he “didn’t understand” the complexities of colorism due to his own “ignorance.” He stressed that he has since made an effort to educate himself on the subject, adding: “Those things I don’t know. I haven’t lived it.”

    He informed Rolling Stone that his prior comments were misconstrued.

    Indeed, Bad Bunny clarified that he holds back from discussing racism that he has not personally faced.

    However, he did express feelings of “rejection in the U.S.” because of his Latin heritage.

    “I’m Latino, Caribbean, my skin is white,” he articulated. “I have felt rejection in the U.S., perhaps in some areas due to being Latino.”

    The artist also delved into financial matters, underscoring that possessing significant wealth does not shield one from discrimination.

    “I’ve felt rejected in an environment full of wealthy individuals, and you could have 100 million in your bank account,” he remarked. “And to them, you’re still viewed with disdain for being Latino.”

    Seemingly responding to his previous comments on colorism, he continued: “It’s evident that racism and colorism exist in all parts of the world, across all industries.”

    Another important topic discussed in the interview? The infamous cell phone incident

    Bad Bunny reflected on the situation involving Kendall Jenner, stating, “In the end, the only thing I have is my privacy,” which might be considered one of the most anti-climactic responses to arise from the telenovela-style horseback riding date.

    Nonetheless, the “El Apagón” artist shared some context about why he threw a woman’s cell phone into the bushes while in the Dominican Republic.

    When asked about the viral cell phone incident from January 2023, Bad Bunny remarked that the new year started “with cabronería.”

    He explained his view on that moment: “People were recording. I love going to D.R., so I was waving to everyone, like, ‘Que lo que!’ ”

    From available footage from the incident (think of us as the Sherlock Holmes of gossip), this aligns with his version. Bad Bunny recounted how the woman with the phone moved close to him: “That person got right on me, leaned directly on my body.”

    As everyone recalls, Bad Bunny then took her phone and tossed it, coining the term “La Romana phonegate.”

    He conveyed that he felt regret about the phone toss “the next day.” However, he wants to clarify that the phone “didn’t break.”

    “Bro, that cellphone didn’t break. It exists. It bothers me that people haven’t said that,” he asserted.

    “I didn’t throw that phone into the water. I threw it into some bushes,” he clarified, “She has it. She should upload the video.”

    One memorable quote from the “introvert” star that encapsulates much of the conversation is: “It’s funny and also frustrating to see how people really think they know about the lives of celebrities,” he remarked, “They think they know the story of your life, your inner thoughts, your romantic life, but in reality, they don’t know anything at all.”

    Image Source: Bad Bunny @ Instagram

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