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The Cuban singer Yulién Oviedo responded firmly to the criticism he received on social media for his participation in a debate on urban music, organized by the Ministry of Culture of the Cuban regime.
Through a story posted on Instagram, Oviedo defended his presence at the meeting with Culture officials and accused those who criticize him for it of being hypocrites.
“Do you know why I am not interested in the opinions of any random person on social media? Simple, on January 30th, I stood in front of a stage that no artist in our genre will ever stand on in their lifetime and asked for freedom for political prisoners,” said the artist.
Yulién stated that, after that gesture, only two content creators on YouTube echoed his words, while, according to him, others preferred to remain silent. “The others, since they are a bunch of cowards, stayed quiet,” he added.
The singer, known for his controversial character and unfiltered statements, continued with a direct message: “Now they are coming to point fingers at me because they saw me meeting with cultural officials in Cuba. First, I am one of the greatest artists Cuba has ever produced, and second, I meet with whomever I choose.”
In his post, the artist emphasized that no one inside or outside the island has the moral authority to judge him: “No Cuban has the moral right to point a finger at me because none has done anything of worth living in Cuba. Now they want to liberate a country from afar and through the internet. The illness of communism has left them with scars, part of a bunch of cyber crazies.”
The artist's reaction occurs amid the growing discontent generated among many Cubans by the participation of urban musicians in institutional venues of the regime, in a context of censorship, repression, and economic crisis on the island.
Another person who defended himself against criticism was Yomil Hidalgo, stating that in that meeting “the discussions were straightforward and unfiltered, yet conducted with great respect” and that his principles “are non-negotiable.”
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cuban Government Debate and Yulién Oviedo's Participation
Why was Yulién Oviedo criticized for participating in the Cuban government's debate?
Yulién Oviedo was criticized for participating in a debate organized by the Ministry of Culture of the Cuban regime, as many see it as collaboration with a system that suppresses freedom of expression. In a context of censorship and repression, his attendance was viewed as a contradiction to his previous criticisms of the regime.
What was Yulién Oviedo's response to the criticisms received?
Yulién Oviedo responded to the criticism by defending his right to meet with whomever he wishes and accused those who criticize him from outside Cuba of being hypocrites. He stated that "no Cuban has the moral authority to point a finger at me." Oviedo emphasized his participation in an event where he called for freedom for political prisoners, suggesting that his actions speak for him.
What is Yomil Hidalgo's opinion on the debate he participated in with Yulién Oviedo?
Yomil Hidalgo defended his participation by stating that during the debate "the conversation was tough and straightforward, yet very respectful." He assured that his principles are non-negotiable and that he plans to make his intervention public to demonstrate that he spoke the truth.
What other artists have criticized the Cuban government's debate on urban music?
Chocolate MC harshly criticized the participation of urban artists in the event, viewing it as an attempt by the regime to use reggaeton to improve its public image. Chocolate, who resides in exile, has remained steadfast in his refusal to collaborate with the official institutions of the Cuban regime.
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