A woman has captivated social media with her Cuban rendition of the classic The Little Mermaid, drawing attention with the unique text of her monologue. An Instagram user, un_martitodurako8_live_oficial, shared the video featuring a mature woman sitting on a wall with a cardboard tail, delivering a humorous yet socially critical performance about life in Cuba.
"Under the sea, there's no need to work, because on this island surrounded by water, you can't even find salt," she begins, offering a playful version of the famous song from The Little Mermaid. This is followed by an equally creative and witty monologue.
"I was wandering around the Mariel thermoelectric plant and snuck in there," she says. "They wanted me to clean pipes!" she exclaims, referencing the recent statements by the Minister of Energy and Mines, Vicente de la O Levy, about the cleaning of approximately 22,000 pipes at the Lidio Ramón Pérez Thermoelectric Plant in Felton. These comments have gone viral and sparked widespread mockery among citizens.
"And that damn... I didn't finish the word because I come from a kingdom," she quips in the video. "Also, there's a phrase that caught my attention," she adds. "Down with dentures, do people here go without teeth?" she jokes, using a clever play on words.
Recently, another Cuban woman also gained fame with her version of The Little Mermaid during a power outage. Karoline Hernández (@your_loli_blue), a 19-year-old, humorously addressed the electricity shortages in Cuba by adapting the song from the animated movie, eliciting laughter from her followers.
On her Instagram profile, this talented young Cuban sings a capella to a melody from the fictional character Ariel, earning widespread applause on Instagram. "What do you see around you? The whole country in a blackout, makes me think I need to emigrate. The air conditioner is broken and I can't stand this heat. Do you want problems? I have 20. But I really want to emigrate and discover everything I've never known. I want to emigrate and leave this place," she sings.
Understanding the Social Commentary in Cuban Parodies of The Little Mermaid
The creative adaptations of The Little Mermaid by Cuban women have sparked interest and discussions online. Here are some frequently asked questions about the themes and implications of these performances.
What is the main message behind the Cuban version of The Little Mermaid?
The main message is a critique of the harsh living conditions and economic struggles in Cuba, using humor and creativity to highlight the irony of life on an island surrounded by water but lacking basic necessities like salt.
Who is Karoline Hernández and why did her version gain popularity?
Karoline Hernández is a 19-year-old Cuban woman who gained popularity for her humorous rendition of The Little Mermaid song, addressing the frequent power outages in Cuba. Her creativity and relatable content resonated with many Cubans facing similar issues.