What do the initials LBMA, used frequently by El Taiger, mean?

El Taiger's fans are sending him expressions of support using the acronym "LBMA," which the Cuban artist frequently used on his social media.

El Taiger © Instagram / El Taiger
El TaigerPhoto © Instagram / El Taiger

José Manuel Carvajal, better known as El Taiger, is hospitalized in Miami in serious condition after being shot in the head. His health remains critical but stable, according to his team, and during this delicate time for the Cuban singer, his fans and colleagues have continuously shown their support and affection.

While fans living nearby have gathered outside Jackson Memorial Hospital to pray, others have expressed their support through social media using phrases commonly associated with the artist of "La Historia." One of these is "LBMA," an acronym that many are wondering about its meaning...

What do the initials LBMA stand for?

The meaning of these letters was clarified by Taiger himself in the song "Más nunca tú la tocas," where he said, "La Bestia, la Machine, el Animal." These are terms he uses to describe himself within the Cuban urban genre. The singer often accompanies these initials with the phrase "Los mejores del mundo."

In many of his Instagram posts, the singer shared these two phrases together. Words that have now become a source of encouragement from his fans for El Taiger during these difficult times.

Frequently Asked Questions about El Taiger and the acronym LBMA.

What do the initials LBMA popularized by El Taiger mean?

The acronym LBMA stands for "The Beast, the Machine, the Animal." El Taiger used these words to describe himself in the Cuban urban genre, often accompanied by the phrase "The best in the world."

How has the music community reacted to the passing of El Taiger?

The music community has shown great support following the death of El Taiger. Artists such as Lenier Mesa and Alex Duvall have tattooed the initials LBMA in his honor. The passing of the reggaeton artist has touched colleagues and fans alike, who have paid tribute to his legacy in various ways.

What happened to El Taiger before his passing?

El Taiger was hospitalized in critical condition after receiving a gunshot wound to the head in Miami. Despite hopes for recovery, he was declared dead a week later after being kept in critical condition. His death has been a significant blow to Cuban urban music.

How has El Taiger's death impacted his followers and fans?

Fans of El Taiger have expressed deep sorrow and have organized vigils in his memory. The Cuban community both on the island and abroad has conveyed its sadness and paid tribute to his music and legacy, solidifying him as a cultural icon.

What will be El Taiger's legacy in Cuban music?

El Taiger left a significant legacy in Cuban music by being a reference point in reggaeton and other genres such as cubatón and trap. His unique style and ability to connect with his audience established him as a representative figure of the aspirations of many young Cubans. His influence will endure in music and in those who continue his legacy.

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Izabela Pecherska

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