Bad Bunny has turned Puerto Rico into the center of the music universe this summer. His groundbreaking residency, “No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí” (“I Don’t Want to Leave Here”), has not only been a musical spectacle but also a cultural and economic catalyst for the island. And now, with his final show on September 20, the world will get a front-row seat thanks to a free livestream hosted by Amazon Music, Prime Video, and Twitch.
This isn’t just another concert. It’s a landmark moment that threads together music, memory, and Puerto Rican resilience.
A Residency That Boosted Puerto Rico’s Economy
Since kicking off in July, Bad Bunny’s 30-show residency has packed hotels, restaurants, and venues across San Juan and beyond. Tourists have flown in from around the globe, injecting much-needed revenue into the island’s fragile economy. But nine of those shows were kept exclusively for Puerto Rican residents, a nod to the artist’s deep-rooted commitment to his community.
The residency has spotlighted Puerto Rico’s cultural richness while reminding the world of its ongoing struggles with chronic power outages, debt crises, and the lingering effects of U.S. territorial status. Bad Bunny has used his platform to amplify these realities, blending celebration with activism.
A Livestream on a Historic Anniversary
The finale, set for September 20, carries profound meaning. The date marks the eighth anniversary of Hurricane Maria, which devastated Puerto Rico in 2017, killing thousands and forcing more than 100,000 people to relocate. By dedicating his last residency show to this day, Bad Bunny has transformed it into both a memorial and a celebration of survival.
Streaming the concert globally ensures that Puerto Rico’s story, its grief, resilience, and artistry, reach a much wider audience. Fans from Tokyo to Berlin will be able to experience not just a concert, but a cultural statement.
Amazon’s Partnership: Music Meets Social Impact
Amazon isn’t just livestreaming the show. The tech giant announced a multi-year collaboration with Bad Bunny that includes initiatives designed to empower Puerto Rican communities.
The partnership included a dedicated Amazon storefront showcasing Puerto Rican products, tools, and resources for students and teachers, and initiatives to strengthen local sustainability.
A Celebration of Music and Identity
The residency has also doubled as a showcase of Puerto Rican talent. Stars like Rainao, Kany Garcia, and other Latin American icons have joined Bad Bunny on stage, turning the shows into cross-generational celebrations of Latin music.
The setlist leans heavily on Bad Bunny’s latest album, “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS” (“I Should Have Taken More Photos”), which wrestles with memory, nostalgia, and the fleeting nature of life. Through his music, Bad Bunny continues to highlight Puerto Rico’s traditions while voicing criticism of its political and economic challenges, particularly the risks of gentrification and displacement.
A World Tour Without the U.S.
Once the Puerto Rico residency ends, Bad Bunny isn’t slowing down. His next move is a global tour across Europe, Latin America, and Asia starting in November. Notably, the U.S. is missing from the list of destinations. In a recent interview with i-D, the superstar revealed that immigration enforcement and systemic discrimination in the U.S. factored into his decision.
Bad Bunny’s final Puerto Rico show is a cultural milestone. It ties together music, memory, and politics while showing how one artist can uplift an entire island on the global stage. By livestreaming the event, millions of fans who couldn’t be in Puerto Rico will now join in the celebration, transforming it into a worldwide moment of unity and reflection.