It’s on! Yomil responds to Ovi on social media and reminds him of his success in Cuba: “I have over 100 hit songs.”

Yomil and Ovi reignite their rivalry on social media. Yomil defends his success in Cuba against Ovi's criticism regarding international projection, emphasizing his connection with the local audience.


A new confrontation between Cuban reggaeton artists Yomil and Ovi has shaken social media, reigniting a rivalry that has been developing for years between these two representatives of the urban genre. The most recent episode was triggered by a comment posted by Ovi on Instagram, which Yomil did not let pass.

The comment from Ovi, in a challenging tone, was clear: “Hey Yomil, what I do you do too? Get a global hit and see if you can”, suggesting that his career has had more international projection than that of his colleague.

Yomil responded with a lengthy message on Lagueah El Árabe's post, where he defended his career, highlighted his presence in Cuba, and questioned Ovi's path in the industry. "That's nothing... You should be ashamed to call yourself international when you haven't even done a concert", he wrote, suggesting that true success is demonstrated live and with public support.

The artist stated that, although he hasn't had a global hit, his impact on Cuban music is undeniable: “I haven't had an international hit, but I have a career and more than 100 songs popular in my country”, he expressed, emphasizing his connection with the audience within the Island.

He also criticized the apparent support that Ovi has received from the industry: “Nothing you have is yours; you owe your entire life to those who signed you,” he stated.

Yomil also said, “You started to sing when you heard Doping, and after the interview with the Cuban family, you began working with Cubans,” he stated.

For his part, Ovi chose a brief and sarcastic response in the post shared by Un Martí To' Durako, who uploaded the screenshot of this message exchange: "Not even my wife... I don't have time to read all that.", downplaying the content of Yomil's lengthy message.

The confrontation was widely shared by urban entertainment accounts, where it quickly went viral and sparked multiple reactions among the followers of both artists. While some lean towards supporting Yomil's strong message, others defend Ovi's relaxed stance and his success outside the Island.

This episode adds to a series of previous exchanges, in a troubled relationship that dates back years. With this new chapter, it is clear that the rivalry between Yomil and Ovi is not a thing of the past and continues to be fueled by each provocation on social media.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Rivalry between Yomil and Ovi in Cuban Reguetón

What is the origin of the rivalry between Yomil and Ovi?

The rivalry between Yomil and Ovi has developed over the years in the Cuban reguetón scene. The recent confrontation on social media began when Ovi posted a comment on Instagram suggesting that his career has more international prospects than Yomil's. This prompted a response from Yomil defending his impact in Cuba and questioning Ovi's success.

What arguments does Yomil present in his response to Ovi?

Yomil highlights his connection with the Cuban audience and his extensive musical career on the island. He claims to have over 100 hit songs in Cuba, emphasizing his local presence in light of the lack of concerts by Ovi. He also criticizes the support that Ovi has received from the industry, suggesting that his success is not entirely his own.

How has Ovi reacted to Yomil's statements?

Ovi opted for a brief and sarcastic response, downplaying Yomil's lengthy message. He posted a comment saying, "Not even my wife... I don't have time to read all that," indicating that he does not take the confrontation seriously.

What impact does this rivalry have on the Cuban urban music genre?

The rivalry between Yomil and Ovi generates significant interest among followers of the Cuban urban genre, reigniting debates about Cuba's representation in music. This type of confrontation on social media increases the visibility of both artists and fosters discussions about cultural identity and international success.

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Izabela Pecherska

Editor at CiberCuba. Graduated in Journalism from the Rey Juan Carlos University of Madrid, Spain. Editor at El Mundo and PlayGround.