The Colombian singer Maluma made his mark amidst the controversy on social media by liking a video from the influencer Javibiat, who launched a fierce critique against the recent performance of Bad Bunny at the prestigious musical space Tiny Desk from NPR.
In the video that has gone viral on Instagram, Javibiat did not hold back in describing the “Bad Bunny” concert as “trash”, accusing him of singing off-key and using the format more for marketing than for vocal talent. “Bad Bunny without autotune is like a car without an engine: it makes noise, but it doesn’t move,” states the content creator.
But what really sparked the online conversation was that Maluma —who has over 63 million followers on Instagram— gave "like" to the post, which many interpret as a gesture of support, mockery, or perhaps simple curiosity.
The post also includes phrases like: “We saw him sing off-key as if the correct note owed him money,” “The algorithm has replaced the ear,” or “Success is not measured in musical notes but in danceable TikToks”.
Although the "like" could have gone unnoticed, it was quickly spotted by the followers of both artists, who began to debate whether it was a veiled criticism from Maluma or simply a gesture without any particular intention.
Hasta el momento, neither Bad Bunny nor Maluma have made public statements on the matter, but in the entertainment world, a simple gesture on social media can speak louder than a thousand words.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Controversy Surrounding Maluma and Bad Bunny
Why did Maluma like a video that criticizes Bad Bunny?
Maluma liked a video by influencer Javibiat that harshly criticizes Bad Bunny's performance in NPR's Tiny Desk. The Colombian singer's reaction has been interpreted in various ways, ranging from mockery to mere curiosity, as the video has gone viral for its strong criticisms of Bad Bunny's vocal performance without autotune.
What aspects did Javibiat criticize about Bad Bunny's performance?
Javibiat criticized Bad Bunny's lack of pitch during his performance on Tiny Desk and claimed that the singer took advantage of the format more for marketing than for his vocal talent. The influencer compared the performance of the "Bad Rabbit" without autotune to a "car without an engine" and questioned the artist's musical quality.
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