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The timeline has been heating up all week as fans geared up to tune into Bad Bunnys halftime show. Between Chris Brown’s seemingly subtle reaction and ongoing chatter online, folks havent stopped debating who the Super Bowl shouldve booked or who should take the stage next year. Now, DJ Akademiks has sparked a fresh round of discourse after throwing his own nomination into the mix.
DJ Akademiks took to X to share his thoughts on this years halftime show, praising the energy while also throwing shade at last years performance.
“This halftime show was fun.. had ppl vibing and dancing on some positive togetherness sht last year Kendrick did a PSA for PDFS the whole performance .. sht was awkward and tone deaf. N**a we aint tryna hear dat sht.. we tryna get lit and turnt! Bad Bunny clears sorry!”
He then shifted the conversation toward next year, officially throwing his own pick into the ring. “Next year I nominate NBA YOUNGBOY to perform. Roc Nation I have sent my official recommendation via email and courier mail. Thanks for yall consideration!!! YB 2027 SUPERBOWL!” Akademiks also showed love to Chris Brown as a potential headliner, calling him one of the best performers alive right now and saying organizers should book him while hes still flipping across stages.
Folks gathered under The Shade Room Teens to debate DJ Akademiks tweet. Many said they dont think it will ever happen. Others added it better not happen before Chris Brown or Lil Wayne. Meanwhile, YoungBoys fans are already ready to buy tickets, sharing why they believe hed deliver the perfect halftime show.
Instagram user @_pooh_215_ wrote. Bring the slime im ready that definitely be the best superbowl ever rs make America slimy again
Instagram user @kngmilly added, I’m buying that ticket
While Instagram user @getmakyo wrote, First time Akademics has said sum I agree with
Instagram user @whodontluv_bucks wrote, I just went to a halftime show where I didn’t understand one word I don’t need that sh** again
Instagram user @1mblivin_ wrote, Them grey folks would not let that happen let’s be real
While Instagram user @sexytoocutee wrote, Hmm not before Chris brown
Instagram user @clipjunkie11 wrote, I don’t think people understand that for the past 4-5 years all the teams been playing yb after they win
Instagram user @povpadro added, Record breaking halftime show hands down !!!
While Instagram user @loveetea_ wrote, Him over wayne? Please stfu
While the internet continues to debate who shouldve performed at the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, Reginae Carter made it clear shes over it. She took to her Instagram Story writing, Im so tired of yall fighting about this Super Bowl show every year! Lolll.
If yall recall, last years debate centered around her father, Lil Wayne, after many fans felt he shouldve headlined, especially since the game took place in his hometown of New Orleans. Some even argued he shouldve been chosen over Kendrick Lamar.
Meanwhile, on the other side of the internet, Joseline Hernandez chimed in after a fan tweeted that Bad Bunny shouldve brought her out during the show. Joseline replied, That s**t would have been jumping.
