Since the release of the first song by Ana Paloma, “El mejor del mundo” dedicated to her father El Taiger, alongside Yulién Oviedo and Reyx C, a heated controversy has erupted on social media.
The criticisms have largely been directed at Yulién because the song was released through his YouTube channel and on his digital platforms and not on platforms belonging to the girl.
In a live session, the Cuban singer responded to the criticisms with great equanimity and explained the reason behind this decision.
Since Anita is in Cuba, you know that creating platforms from Cuba is very difficult because we're talking about YouTube. So, when you want to create a channel from scratch, you need 4,000 hours for YouTube to allow you to monetize that channel. I believe Anita had a YouTube channel set up, but she didn't have enough hours to monetize it. Regardless of that, she also didn't have music platforms like Spotify or Apple Music..., Yulién explained.
The artist noted that from the very beginning, the intention was for the girl and her siblings to raise as much money as possible, and that's why it was decided to use already established platforms like theirs: "All the money coming in there is going directly to the Caliéntalo Media platform, which owns 100% of the copyright, the master, everything, in Anita's name."
“This is something I did from the heart, they counted on me from the very first moment they said you can help me, I said yes, I invested my time with a lot of love, and if I have to do it again, I will do it as many times as necessary, I am not benefiting at all from this, I monetize through my music,” the singer emphasized.
Yulién urged those who question and criticize on social media without thinking about their words to inform themselves before passing judgment on others and reminded them that he has a career in music spanning over 35 years.
In the comments on her Instagram post, Teresa Padrón, former manager of El Taiger, defended him: “Yulién, people will always talk and share their opinions even when they are wrong, have no truth or reasons. That’s life— you, me, Anita, Nani, and everyone else who worked on this project knows how things were and how they are. We appreciate being able to use your YouTube to upload the song's video; I know you do it from the heart, just like everything you’ve done so far. Sometimes people connect with negativity, and in the end, it overcomes them. We will ask God to help them and change their thoughts to good and positive ones.”
“The best in the world” premiered on December 31 and the music video on YouTube has already garnered over 295 thousand views.
Frequently asked questions about the release of Ana Paloma's song and the controversy on social media
Why was Ana Paloma's song released on Yulién Oviedo's platforms?
Yulién Oviedo explained that the decision was made because it is very difficult to create and monetize digital platforms like YouTube from Cuba. Ana Paloma did not have the necessary viewing hours to monetize her own channel, so it was decided to use Yulién's platforms to ensure that the funds raised would go directly to the girl.
How is it ensured that the funds raised go to Ana Paloma?
The money raised through Yulién Oviedo's platforms is channeled directly through Caliéntalo Media, which is the entity that holds the copyright and master rights of the song in Ana Paloma's name. This guarantees that all income goes to her.
What is the purpose of the song "El mejor del mundo"?
The song "El mejor del mundo" is a tribute to the legacy of the late Cuban reggaeton artist El Taiger, dedicated by his daughter Ana Paloma. It is a tribute that aims to keep his memory alive and to launch Ana Paloma's musical career in the world of urban music.
How has the public reacted to Ana Paloma's song?
The song has generated a great deal of anticipation and emotional reactions among urban music fans. On social media, many have praised Ana Paloma's talent and charisma, highlighting the heartfelt tribute to her father and her potential as an emerging artist.
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