Bad Bunny Delivers Powerful Anti-ICE Message at the Grammys
In a shocking moment during his acceptance speech for Best Música Urbana Album, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny declared "ICE out" before thanking God and receiving a thunderous standing ovation from the crowd. The statement, which was met with widespread applause, marked one of the most direct on-stage rebukes of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in recent memory.
The moment came as protests against ICE operations have been growing in the entertainment industry, with multiple artists wearing protest pins on the Grammy red carpet earlier that evening. Bad Bunny's statement was a clear response to the controversy surrounding his upcoming performance at the Super Bowl halftime show, where he will be joined by President Donald Trump's administration, which had previously threatened to place ICE agents at the event.
By declaring "ICE out," Bad Bunny emphasized the humanity of those targeted by federal immigration enforcement policies. "We're not savage, we're not animals, we're not aliens, we are humans and we are Americans," he said, in an effort to humanize those who have been affected by ICE operations. The message was a powerful statement that resonated with fans and fellow artists alike.
The timing of Bad Bunny's statement could not have come at a more critical moment, given the growing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement policies in the U.S. His words served as a reminder that even in the most unexpected places, people are speaking out against injustice and fighting for what is right.
In a shocking moment during his acceptance speech for Best Música Urbana Album, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny declared "ICE out" before thanking God and receiving a thunderous standing ovation from the crowd. The statement, which was met with widespread applause, marked one of the most direct on-stage rebukes of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in recent memory.
The moment came as protests against ICE operations have been growing in the entertainment industry, with multiple artists wearing protest pins on the Grammy red carpet earlier that evening. Bad Bunny's statement was a clear response to the controversy surrounding his upcoming performance at the Super Bowl halftime show, where he will be joined by President Donald Trump's administration, which had previously threatened to place ICE agents at the event.
By declaring "ICE out," Bad Bunny emphasized the humanity of those targeted by federal immigration enforcement policies. "We're not savage, we're not animals, we're not aliens, we are humans and we are Americans," he said, in an effort to humanize those who have been affected by ICE operations. The message was a powerful statement that resonated with fans and fellow artists alike.
The timing of Bad Bunny's statement could not have come at a more critical moment, given the growing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement policies in the U.S. His words served as a reminder that even in the most unexpected places, people are speaking out against injustice and fighting for what is right.
I'm totally hyped about Bad Bunny's powerful message at the Grammys! 
I mean, he just spoke truth to power and gave those who've been marginalized a shoutout. It was like a ray of hope in an industry that's often all about politics, but tonight it was all about humanity & love 
. People are so mad about ICE right now, and I'm here for it! 
Let's keep using our voices to fight for justice & equality 
. I mean, we've been hearing about the struggles of migrants and refugees for years now, but it's not until a major artist like him speaks out that people start paying attention 
. His words were powerful and authentic - we need more artists and influencers using their voice to fight for justice and human rights 
just witnessed something amazing on Grammy live 
Bad Bunny's speech was like a punch to the gut it really hit home how ICE affects people's lives 
I'm so proud of him for speaking up & humanizing those affected by these policies 
his message needs to be heard loud & clear 
and now everyone's talking about it 
. Bad Bunny's performance was all over the place though, I mean, declaring "ICE out" on live tv? kinda dramatic, know? but at least he tried to humanize people who get caught in this mess. the whole Super Bowl thing is just gonna bring more attention to it tho 
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. I mean, I get it, he was trying to make a statement about ICE, but did it have to be so on-the-nose? It felt like he was trying too hard to fit in with the #Resistance crowd 
. And what's up with all these artists wearing protest pins on the red carpet? Is that really what we're reduced to now? Like, can't they just, I don't know, talk about their music for once? 
The Super Bowl halftime show was already gonna be a mess with Trump's people involved... adding this whole ICE controversy to it just feels like a recipe for disaster 
. Can't we just enjoy some good tunes without all the drama and politics? 
. By standing up for those affected by ICE operations, he's showing us that even in the music industry, people can make a real difference and create change through their voices and actions 
just imagine being up on that stage with thousands of people cheering you on & then suddenly turning it into a powerful anti-ICE moment 
. It's insane how Bad Bunny's message about humanity & love could give everyone goosebumps 
. This kinda thing always makes me think, what if more artists used their platforms like this? We need way more voices speaking out against injustice in our world 
bad bunny slayed the grammys with that powerful message! it's amazing how he turned a moment of acceptance into a statement of solidarity for those affected by ICE operations 
we need more people in positions of power using their platforms to speak out against injustice and fight for what's right 
. But honestly, what's next? Is he gonna start wearing a ICE-free pin on stage now? 
. i gotta admit though, his statement was pretty powerful - who wouldn't want to be humanized by a talented artist like him? it's not every day you see someone use their platform to speak out against injustice in such a bold way 
. and btw, president trump's administration really knows how to make an entrance... or a threat