The Colombian artist Maluma stirred the pot on social media by liking a video that harshly criticizes Bad Bunny's recent performance on NPR's renowned Tiny Desk concert series. The video, which has gained significant traction on Instagram, features the influencer Javibiat delivering a scathing review of the "Conejo Malo's" show, describing it as "rubbish." Javibiat accuses Bad Bunny of severe off-key singing and exploiting the format for marketing purposes rather than showcasing vocal talent.
"Bad Bunny without autotune is like a car without an engine: it makes noise, but it doesn't go anywhere," Javibiat quips in his viral content. The situation caught even more attention when Maluma, who boasts over 63 million Instagram followers, gave the post a "like." This action has been interpreted by many as either a show of support, a mockery, or perhaps mere curiosity.
The post also includes sharp remarks such as: "We heard him sing off-key as if the right note owed him money," "The algorithm has replaced the ear," and "Success is measured not in musical notes but in danceable TikToks." While Maluma's "like" might have gone unnoticed, eagle-eyed fans of both artists quickly spotted it, sparking a debate on whether it was a subtle jab or just an innocuous gesture.
So far, neither Bad Bunny nor Maluma have publicly commented on the issue. However, in the entertainment world, a simple social media gesture can often speak louder than a thousand words.