Haydée Milanés and the rapper Bian Oscar Rodríguez, El B, premiered "Duele" on February 28, a heartbreaking musical collaboration dedicated to their homeland and that from beginning to end is an invitation to fight for a free Cuba.
The song came with a music video that features images from these over 60 years of dictatorship, marked by exile, the separation of countless Cuban families, the hardships, and the repression that the island's people endure day after day.
“Hey everyone! You can now listen to the single ‘Duele’ on YouTube, a love song that has emerged from our souls; it is a cry of pain for our people, of love for our land, for our ancestors. It is a plea to the highest power, a decree of freedom and light, of justice, commitment, and unity for our original home. Cuba hurts, because the time has come, because we deserve a miracle for our land, for our lives,” Haydée shared on her Instagram while announcing the release.
“It's a pleasure to have been part of this song made to inspire Cubans to fight for the freedom our people deserve. Down with the dictatorship, long live freedom and love,” wrote the former member of Los Aldeanos on YouTube after the song's release.
The lyrics of the song encapsulate the pain of thousands of Cubans both inside and outside their country who witness the growing decay and despair: “My life, you don't know the torment I feel in my soul when I think of you / And I don't understand the reason why you live with this pain / You are the wound that tears me apart inside (...) For whatever you want, give us a spring, take away all my sorrows, carry away all my fears / I can no longer, I can no longer and I no longer want to hide the truth behind the veil of deception”.
Frequently Asked Questions about the song "Duele" by Haydée Milanés and El B
What is the purpose of the song "Duele" by Haydée Milanés and El B?
The song "Duele" is a cry of pain and an invitation to fight for a free Cuba. It is a musical collaboration dedicated to their homeland that addresses the pain of the Cuban people and seeks to raise awareness among Cubans about the need for change in their country.
What message do Haydée Milanés and El B convey with "Duele"?
The song "Duele" conveys a message of love and pain towards Cuba, highlighting the separation of families and the repression faced by the Cuban people. The song seeks to awaken a sense of responsibility and unity among Cubans to fight for their freedom.
What has been Haydée Milanés' response to the situation in Cuba?
Haydée Milanés has been critical of the Cuban regime, denouncing its inefficiency and indifference. She has used her platform to support independent media and express her desire for freedom and change for Cuba, emphasizing the importance of free elections and democracy.
How has Haydée Milanés's music influenced the Cuban cause?
The music of Haydée Milanés has been a vehicle for expressing the longing for freedom and justice for Cuba. Her songs reflect the pain of exile and repression, and seek to inspire Cubans to unite for true change in their country.
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