A single clip was enough to set social media ablaze with praise for Ya Ice Dilan: the video shows the Cuban singer performing a song without filters or autotune, and the audience's reaction was immediate.
The material, published by him and later viralized on other social media platforms, accumulated thousands of views, likes, and shares within a few days, with hundreds of comments celebrating the artist's natural voice.
The comment that resonated the most was from a user who made a comparison that many considered bold yet fair: "not physically, but it reminds me a lot of Our BENI MORE. FOR HOW IT FEELS WITH THE MUSIIIICAAAA."
The reference to Benny Moré, the legendary "Barbarian of Rhythm" who never studied music in an academy and created purely with innate talent, did not go unnoticed among those who know the history of Cuban music.
"This kid is a literal star," said another fan.
Other followers joined the chorus of praise with their own words. One user highlighted: "It has a catchy good flow and I didn't know he also plays, he has a good ear. His delivery is strong and his voice is fitting... Powerful and with rhythm."
"This crazy wine was sent by the very gods," "The formula for making it stick, those who know music understand," or "El Beni from the neighborhood, no doubt too much talent, blessings," others said.
There were those who simply found themselves at a loss for words: "It's something that can't be explained."
The video arrives at a peak moment for Ya Ice Dilan in his international career, with nearly millions of monthly listeners on Spotify.
Her song "Dichávate," released on December 24, 2025, alongside Rey Tony and Helabusador, surpassed 40 million views on YouTube and became a global sensation, with artists like Maluma, Bad Gyal, and Vinicius Jr. sharing videos to the rhythm of the track.
The clip without autotune reinforces what her followers have been saying for months: that behind the digital production, there is a genuine voice with its own identity.
The comparison to Benny Moré, who mastered son montuno, mambo, and bolero without having read a single musical score, is perhaps one of the highest compliments that Cuban popular culture can bestow upon an artist.
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