On February 17, 2025, the Latino music world collectively mourned the loss of Paquita la del Barrio, who passed away at 77. Known for her spicy lyrics and stance against machismo, she left behind an iconic catalog of hits like “Rata de Dos Patas” (“Two-Legged Rat). Fans have revisited one particularly hilarious interaction between Paquita and the global reggaeton phenomenon Bad Bunny, in remembering her iconic moments.
Bad Bunny helped Paquita la del Barrio to the Latin BBMAs stage and held the microphone while she accepted her Lifetime Achievement Award. 🤍 #Billboards2021 pic.twitter.com/jR8DBXrOkP
— Pop Base (@PopBase) September 24, 2021
In 2021, Paquita received the Billboard Award for Artistic Achievement at the Billboard Latin Music Awards. When she approached the stage, the microphone proved to be too high. Bad Bunny quickly stepped in, trying to adjust it, only to be met with Paquita’s saying: “You’re useless!” The audience erupted in laughter, recognizing the nod to one of her lyrics, “¿Me estás oyendo, inútil?” (“Are You Listening To Me, Useless?”), which she famously used in her songs.
Rest in Peace Paquita la Del Barrio. 🥺
My mind goes back to this sweet moment with Bad Bunny at the 2021 Latin BBMAs pic.twitter.com/R5BdBmGocw
— Tomás Mier (@Tomas_Mier) February 17, 2025
Bad Bunny fondly recalled that cheeky moment, posting a black-and-white photo from the ceremony on social media. Even in her absence, Paquita la del Barrio’s playful moment remains legendary, reminding fans of her charm.
