Ricky Martin & Pedro Sampaio Debut ‘Pikito, Pikito’ at NFL Rio Halftime Show
The vibrant new single hit streamers right after the Puerto Rican star and Brazilian artist performed live at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Ricky Martin and Pedro Sampaio took the spotlight at the 2026 NFL Rio Game’s halftime show on Sunday, Sept. 27, with the live premiere of their new track "Pikito, Pikito." The Puerto Rican singer and Brazilian DJ collaborated for an energetic, high-voltage performance that marked Martin’s return to single releases after a while. The short but lively show took place at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, featuring Baltimore Ravens facing off against Dallas Cowboys.
The hit single, an expression meaning "quick kiss" in Spanish, blended pop, funk, samba, reggaeton, mambo, and salsa in its vibrant beat. Sampaio playfully gave Martin a cheeky "pikito" during the performance, which started on bleachers before transitioning to the field. Enthusiastic dancers, including Dallas Cowboys’ cheerleaders, accompanied the duo throughout the show. Martin even demonstrated some impressive dance moves to the lively rhythm.
The choreography for "Pikito, Pikito" was created by Parris Goebel, known for his work on Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Lady Gaga. The song’s lyrics and composition were penned by Yoel Henriquez, Eudis Ruiz, Samantha Maria Cámara, and Luis Salazar. Produced by Federico Vindver, Luis Salazar, and Sampaio, with Jean Rodriguez handling vocal recording and production, the track was mixed and mastered by Mosty.
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