Chocolate's sister responds to criticism about her attitude while her brother is in prison: “It’s better to be there than dead.”

Isis Sierra, sister of Chocolate MCPhoto © Instagram / Isis Sierra

Isis Sierra Hernández, sister of the Cuban reggaeton artist Chocolate MC, posted a video on her social media to respond to a comment that questioned how she could appear happy while her brother remains imprisoned in the United States.

"That's a comment that was left for me, and I'm going to respond, not because I owe anyone an explanation, but because there are things that many people need to hear," Sierra began calmly.

The repairman's sister explained that, although her brother is in prison, she thanks God that he is alive. “Although many people may not understand it, it's better to be there than to be dead. My brother was going through a very intense crisis and very tough times. And I believe, and he believes too, that all of this has a purpose from God,” she expressed.

With a firm tone, Isis made it clear that her strength does not mean a lack of feelings, but rather responsibility: “I have a family, I have children and a mother. I am the only family my brother has in this country, and that means I can't fall. Not because it doesn't hurt, but because I have responsibilities. I have to keep working, growing, and being strong, because if I fall, who will take care of my loved ones?

Sierra further explained that she arrived in the United States with a clear goal: “I came to this country with a purpose: to give my children a better future. While some use their phones to criticize, judge, and control the lives of others, I use mine to grow, focus, seize opportunities, and support my family.”

Finally, he concluded with a message of faith and maturity that resonated with many of his followers: “Not everyone understands that, but not everyone is willing to bear what I bear. And no, this is not a lack of feeling; it is maturity, faith, and responsibility. Until then, blessings, and remember not to miss any of my videos.”

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Izabela Pecherska

Editor at CiberCuba. Graduated in Journalism from the Rey Juan Carlos University of Madrid, Spain. Editor at El Mundo and PlayGround.