Bad Bunny gets first solo UK Top 10 hits thanks to Super Bowl boost
The Guardian World
by Ben Beaumont-ThomasFebruary 13, 2026
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Bad Bunny has achieved a significant milestone in his music career with his first solo UK Top 10 hits following a boost from his performance at the Super Bowl. The Puerto Rican artist's album *Debí Tirar Más Fotos* surged to No. 2 on the UK charts, while his song "DTMF" climbed to No. 4. This success marks a breakthrough for Bad Bunny, who had previously been one of the most streamed artists globally without achieving a solo Top 10 hit in the UK.
The surge in popularity can be attributed to Bad Bunny's high-profile performance during the Super Bowl halftime show, which many fans and critics hailed as one of the best in NFL history. This exposure introduced his music to a new audience and reignited enthusiasm among existing fans, leading to a significant increase in streams and downloads. The timing of this success coincides with growing global interest in Latinx artists and their cultural impact
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Originally published on The Guardian World on 2/13/2026