Within the Cuban community in the United States, a significant controversy has erupted following Oniel Bebeshito's concert last December at the Pitbull Stadium in Miami, which was attended by nearly 20,000 people, mostly Cubans.
Some people on social media have gone as far as to express that Cubans without residency in the United States, especially those with I220A who attended the reggaeton concert, should be expelled from the country, which has sparked a wave of mixed opinions.
A young I220A reacted on her TikTok account @soidofficial amid this controversy, making her point of view very clear: "I am shocked by how we are capable of causing ourselves so much harm."
"They held that concert in Miami for Bebeshito, saying that now all I220A people are communists, that they are sheep, and a million other things they are saying out there. First of all, I am I220A. Second, I have nothing to do with that, I didn't go to the concert, and I don't like it," the young woman clarified.
With great equanimity, this Cuban sent a message to those who continue with the controversy: "Don't generalize so much because in real life, not all of us are the same, and there are plenty who are sheep, and they can be anything and have papers and have everything. So don't generalize because the worst among us is hidden, and no one sees it."
This week, a video of another Cuban criticizing Bebeshito and those who attended his concert went viral on social media. She stated that Donald Trump should "put them all on a plane" and send them to Tapachula so they would have to struggle again, paying coyotes to reach U.S. soil.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Controversy Surrounding Oniel Bebeshito's Concert in Miami
Why has Bebeshito's concert in Miami generated controversy?
Bebeshito's concert in Miami has sparked controversy due to criticism from some members of the Cuban community who associate him with the Cuban regime and question attendees for not protesting against the dictatorship during the event. These critiques have highlighted internal divisions within the Cuban diaspora regarding political and identity issues.
What is the I220A status and why is it mentioned in the controversy?
The I220A status is granted to certain Cuban immigrants in the United States. In the controversy, some argued that Cubans with this status who attended the concert should be expelled, which has been criticized as an unfair and divisive generalization within the Cuban community.
What has been the response of concert attendees to the criticisms?
Some attendees have responded to the criticisms by defending their right to enjoy the concert without it implying a political stance. They have argued that concerts are spaces for enjoyment and disconnection, not for political demonstrations, and have criticized those who attack them for not taking direct action in Cuba.
What does the Cuban community think about Bebeshito's music?
The Cuban community is divided over Bebeshito's music, with some praising his success and ability to gather crowds, while others criticize his lack of political positioning. This division reflects the tensions surrounding how the Cuban diaspora should engage in political struggles from exile and the role of cultural events in this context.
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