Socialites, MASE is back with another hot take and this one is already stirring the timeline.
On the latest episode of It Is What It Is, the Harlem rapper didn’t hold back while weighing in on Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance. And according to Mase, the NFL’s halftime shows have been on a steady decline.
In his words, the performance was a 4 out of 10. Mase argued that the Super Bowl halftime show seems to get worse every year, despite there being plenty of artists he believes could deliver a stronger, more exciting show. To him, the solution is simple: stop playing and call Chris Brown.
Mase went on to say that Chris Brown is “way overdue” for the Super Bowl stage, suggesting that Breezy’s catalog, performance stamina, and ability to command an audience would instantly raise the bar. Whether folks agree or not, he clearly feels the NFL keeps overlooking artists who know how to put on a real show, and he’s tired of watching what he sees as missed opportunities year after year.
Now, here’s where the conversation gets more layered.
While Mase wasn’t impressed, a lot of viewers actually applauded Bad Bunny’s halftime appearance. Fans praised the Puerto Rican superstar for centering his culture, embracing Spanish-language music on one of the biggest stages in America, and leaning into a performance that felt personal rather than overly commercial. Many felt his set wasn’t about flashy tricks or stadium theatrics, but about representation, pride, and unity.
Bad Bunny has long been vocal about honoring his roots, and supporters say the halftime show reflected exactly that. From the musical choices to the energy on stage, fans felt he used the moment to spotlight Latin culture while reminding viewers that American identity isn’t one-size-fits-all. For some, that message mattered more than fireworks or surprise guest appearances.
Still, Mase clearly isn’t buying it.
To him, cultural impact aside, the Super Bowl halftime show should be a jaw-dropping spectacle, and he doesn’t think recent performances have delivered on that promise. His comments have already sparked debate online, with fans split between defending Bad Bunny’s approach and agreeing that the NFL may be overdue for a high-energy, dance-heavy performer like Chris Brown.
One thing’s for sure: every Super Bowl halftime show proves the same lesson. No matter who takes the stage, somebody’s giving it a standing ovation, somebody’s calling it mid, and somebody else is already campaigning for next year’s replacement before the lights even turn off.