Amid the uproar over the tribute to El Taiger with artificial intelligence during the concert of Charly & Johayron, the Cuban reggaeton artist El Kamel decided to speak out about the controversy and took to his Instagram stories to passionately defend the memory of his colleague and friend, and to set straight those who—according to him—are speaking out of turn on social media.
"The crazy one made everything clear before he left," she said bluntly. Kamel explained that the laws protecting music and an artist's image rights after their death are very clear, and in El Taiger's case, everything is legally in order: "All that chatter you see on social media is just nonsense and a show looking for attention."
He assured that everything regarding José —the real name of El Taiger— is under legal control and that the law automatically withholds the earnings to distribute them among the heirs. “Neither the manager nor anyone else has authority here,” El Kamel stated, making it clear that no one from outside can make decisions that override what is already legally established.
He also mentioned El Taiger's lifestyle in his later years: “José had his way of living and spent a lot of money, which is why he asked his managers for bookings, because he didn’t manage his finances well... but that doesn't mean he was homeless”, he emphasized. “May God have mercy on you who talk so much nonsense, and you know what? I congratulate him because he lived life on his own terms and enjoyed it. May God keep him in glory.”
In another post, he lamented that the discussion had escalated among people close to the reggaeton artist. “José is no longer in a position to say what he wants and what he doesn't... what I do find unfortunate is José's friends fighting and turning against each other,” he expressed sadly.
El Kamel thus joins more colleagues of the late artist, who have also spoken out about what happened this weekend in Miami when Charly and Johayron paid tribute to El Taiger using artificial intelligence at their concert at the Watsco Center.
The controversy over the use of AI in tributes to deceased artists continues to ignite debate, but El Kamel is clear: “they seem crazy talking nonsense on social media,” because for him, what matters is that José lived as he wanted, and the legacy he left still belongs to him and his true heirs.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Controversy Surrounding the Homage to El Taiger
Why has the tribute to El Taiger with artificial intelligence generated controversy?
The tribute to El Taiger sparked controversy due to the use of his image generated with artificial intelligence without authorization by Charly & Johayron during a concert in Miami. The mothers of the reggaeton artist’s daughters have initiated legal action, claiming that the artist's image rights were violated.
What position has El Kamel taken regarding the controversy over the tribute to El Taiger?
El Kamel, a close friend of El Taiger, defended the memory of the reggaeton artist by stating that the laws protecting the music and image rights of El Taiger are clear and in order. He criticized those who speak without knowledge and emphasized that the legacy of El Taiger continues with his true heirs.
What is the fans' reaction to the AI tribute to El Taiger?
The reaction from fans has been mixed, with many defending the tribute as a way to keep El Taiger's legacy alive, while others criticize the use of his image without the consent of his family. The controversy has sparked a debate about the ethical and legal limits of using AI to recreate deceased figures.
What legal actions have been taken against the use of El Taiger's image?
The mothers of El Taiger's daughters, through their legal representatives, have announced legal action against Charly & Johayron for the unauthorized use of the reggaeton artist's image in their concerts, arguing that their image rights and intellectual property were violated.
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