Bad Bunny
Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA
10.09.24
Seattle’s Saturday night was set ablaze by none other than Bad Bunny, aka Benito Martínez Ocasio, who delivered an electrifying performance at Climate Pledge Arena, treating the sold-out crowd to an early birthday celebration on the eve of his actual birthday. Showcasing the 10th leg of his Most Wanted Tour, dedicated to his fifth album “Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana,” Bad Bunny transformed the venue into a pulsating spectacle of Latin rap/pop music, energy, and pure spectacle.
As the audience gathered around two half-moon stages on both ends of the venue, flanked by a stunning 20-piece orchestra on one stage, anticipation filled the air. The absence of a designated front or back imbued the atmosphere with an intimate closeness, where fans surrounded the stage from all angles, eagerly awaiting the entrance of the reggaeton sensation.
The evening commenced with an exquisite orchestral prelude, building anticipation before Bad Bunny’s dramatic arrival. Emerging from one of the stages, draped in a black scarf on his head covering his face, he kicked off the set with the title track “Nadie Sabe,” accompanied by the grandeur of the orchestra.
Maintaining the album’s sequence for the first five songs, Bad Bunny seamlessly transitioned through his hits, amplified by a crew of dancers adorned in leather chaps. The audience, adorned with synchronized light-up wristbands and some sporting white cowboy hats, was enraptured by the spectacle unfolding before them. In a dramatic turn, the backup dancers later appeared in black caps and red skeleton masks, adding a thrilling element to the performance.
In Act II of the show, Bad Bunny made a breathtaking entrance astride a brown horse, reminiscent of his album cover, “Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana.” Clad in a purple velvet jacket with fringe and a ski mask, he captivated the audience with his dynamic stage presence and infectious energy.
Throughout the performance, pyrotechnics and fireworks illuminated the venue, adding to the spectacle and intensity of the show. Bad Bunny, communicating solely in Spanish, connected deeply with his fans, who responded with unwavering enthusiasm and adoration.
In the second act, the stage ascended 20 feet into the air, providing a thrilling vantage point for Bad Bunny to deliver a riveting performance. As the catwalk extended between the stages, the audience was treated to a dynamic display of movement and music.
Waving to fans from the elevated catwalk, Bad Bunny exuded charm and charisma, eliciting screams and adulation from the crowd below. The cat walk spun slowly in a circle going up and down during the song. The fans on the floor moving around with the moment of the cat walk. Parting was on their side.
In between songs Bad Bunny would waves to fans from the catwalk and just looking down on them, admiring everyone cheering. Once he pretending to jump off the 40 foot cat walk to the amusement of the fans. As he got closer to fans they would scream and reach out towards him. One fan threw a Roberto Clementine onto the cat walk. A Puerto Rican baseball player mentioned on his new album and a person who has influences Bad Bunny love for baseball. The native Puerto Rican singer held the jersey through out much of the second act and waves it around while singing.
Bad Bunny descended from the catwalk to perch on the edge, alongside a grand piano for Act III with only two songs. The 35 song set was split into 4 unique acts. Transitioning seamlessly between songs, he captivated the audience with his versatility and artistry, culminating in a triumphant encore performance of “Where She Goes.”
With a flurry of confetti, the night ended in a crescendo of celebration and euphoria, leaving the audience spellbound by Bad Bunny’s unforgettable performance. Show 10 of The Most Wanted Tour had come to an end. Seattle had indeed gifted him with an unforgettable pre-birthday celebration, cementing his status as a global icon and musical sensation.
Photos and review by Logan Westom
