A humorous yet socially critical video, published by a Cuban user on TikTok, has gone viral on social media. The author, known on the platform as @crazycubanito, uses irony to reflect the situation in Cuba, describing a regression so profound that, according to him, it could lead the country to a new "discovery" by Christopher Columbus.
In the video, which has already garnered thousands of views, the TikToker delivers a direct message to his fellow countrymen:
"Don't be alarmed if one day you're sitting on the Malecón and when you look towards the sea, you see La Niña, La Pinta, and La Santa María approaching. Cuba has gone so far backward that at any moment, Christopher Columbus might rediscover us. If we are indigenous, with no water, no electricity, no food, no gas, cooking over firewood."
These words, although expressed in a sarcastic tone, have deeply resonated with Cubans both on and off the island, who are facing a severe economic crisis and a lack of basic services that impacts their quality of life. The constant power outages, food shortages, and declining living conditions have fostered a feeling of frustration that is reflected on social media as a space for venting and denunciation.
The clip quickly went viral, with numerous comments supporting the words of the TikToker, highlighting the author's ingenuity in describing an increasingly difficult reality to ignore. Some users noted that humor has become a tool of resilience in the face of adversity, while others referred to it as a sad truth masked in comedy.
The video highlights the ability of Cubans to find creative ways to express their discontent, despite restrictions and censorship. Meanwhile, the implicit message in this content is not only to laugh but also to reflect on the current state of the nation and the potential solutions to overcome the crisis.
This phenomenon on TikTok highlights how social media has become a key vehicle for social advocacy in a context where traditional media is often controlled or restricted.
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