The Cuban reggaeton artist Yomil recently boasted about his personal achievements, stating that he went from sleeping in a barbecue to owning five houses in Havana.
Her confession, far from going unnoticed, provoked a wave of comments, including applause and strong criticism.
In a video posted on his social media, the artist shared his feelings about having overcome many challenges to reach where he is today. But the astonishment and controversy quickly surfaced, especially due to the apparent contradiction with the current legality in Cuba regarding property ownership.
A user in the comments was straightforward: “Brother, with all due respect, how do you manage to have so many houses when here in Cuba the law only allows you to have one? Or are you above the law?”
The comment sparked several reactions and a heated discussion in the responses section. Some defended Yomil fiercely: “If an envious Cuban doesn't jump in, the post isn’t worth it: why do you care? You can’t stand to see someone else succeed”; “There are a million people in Cuba with more than one, no, with seven. You must not go out on the street, it seems. What’s the family for?”
With his calm style, Yomil did not shy away from the topic and responded without losing his composure: "Thank God I have real family and friends."
With that statement, he implied that not all the properties would be registered in his name, which would explain how he has managed to accumulate several houses without conflicting with Cuban laws.
The controversy has continued to grow, with some followers even accusing him of having ties to the Cuban government, labeling him as a “snitch,” while others, on the contrary, see him as an example of resilience and hard work to emulate.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yomil and the Controversy Surrounding His Properties in Cuba
How has Yomil managed to have five houses in Cuba?
Yomil has suggested that not all properties are registered in his name, which indicates that he may have used the names of family or friends to acquire them, thus avoiding conflict with Cuban laws that prohibit owning more than one residence.
Why has it caused controversy that Yomil owns multiple properties?
The controversy arises because, according to Cuban laws, a citizen is only allowed to own one property in the city and another at the beach or in the countryside, which raises doubts about the legality of Yomil's statement regarding owning five houses and criticism over a possible preferential treatment or ties to the government.
What has Yomil said about the accusations of having links to the Cuban government?
Yomil has not directly responded to the accusations, he has not addressed the rumors about possible links to the Cuban government, he has always stated that his achievements are due to personal efforts and sacrifices.
Filed under: