"We are going to give you citizenship": Italian takes the stage by dancing like she was born on the island

Rebecca Semprini, an Italian, captivates TikTok with her Cuban-style dance, showcasing how this urban genre transcends borders and gains popularity worldwide.

Italian dancer from the Cuban castPhoto © @rebeccasemprini0 / TikTok

The young Italian Rebecca Semprini has caused a sensation on TikTok after posting a video in which she showcases her ability to dance Cuban reggaeton, an urban genre characteristic of the island, with such ease and energy that many users claim she "seems more Cuban than I do."

In the clip shared on her account @rebeccasemprini0, Semprini is seen alongside a young Cuban, with whom she performs a synchronized dance to the catchy rhythm.

Both wear comfortable, urban clothing as they move their bodies with the fluidity characteristic of dancers from the genre in Cuba.

The comments came in quickly. “We’re going to give you Cuban nationality right away,” wrote one user. Another, surprised, added: “Nah, she’s not Italian with those moves.”

The Cuban dance scene has crossed borders and gained popularity on social media, especially on TikTok, where choreographies like this one are going viral among young people around the world.

The young Italian Rebecca Semprini is an example of how Cuban culture captures hearts and bodies beyond the Caribbean.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Cuban "Baile de Reparto" Phenomenon on Social Media

Who is Rebecca Semprini and why has she gone viral on TikTok?

Rebecca Semprini is a young Italian who has taken TikTok by storm with her ability to dance Cuban reggaeton, a distinctive urban genre from Cuba. Her video, where she is seen dancing with a young Cuban, has impressed many users who claim her movements are so fluid that "she looks more Cuban than I do."

What is Cuban distribution and why is it so popular?

The reparto is a subgenre of reggaeton, originating in Cuba, which combines electronic rhythms with influences from timba and reggaeton. It has gained popularity for its fast rhythms and viral choreographies, especially on platforms like TikTok, where it has become a symbol of identity for many young Cubans and has crossed borders, captivating people of different nationalities who are trying to learn its characteristic dance steps.

Why is reparto dancing gaining popularity outside of Cuba?

The reparto dance is gaining popularity outside of Cuba thanks to its strong presence on social media, where videos of people from different nationalities dancing to this rhythm go viral. The music and dance transcend borders, connecting cultures and captivating followers around the world with their energy and infectious rhythm.

How has TikTok influenced the popularity of the Cuban cast?

TikTok has been fundamental to the popularity of the Cuban cast, as it allows short videos of choreographies and dances to go viral quickly. The platform has made it easier for people around the world to discover and become interested in this genre, driving its expansion beyond the borders of Cuba and promoting the creation of content that celebrates Cuban music and dance.

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Yare Grau

Originally from Cuba, but living in Spain. I studied Social Communication at the University of Havana and later graduated in Audiovisual Communication from the University of Valencia. I am currently part of the CiberCuba team as an editor in the Entertainment section.