The young Cuban Marcos Barrera Martorell, better known as Marky on social media, has moved platforms with his rendition of a "song by Bebeshito." The young man's interpretation is based on the lyrics of "Enganchada," a reggaeton track that was removed from platforms a few weeks ago for using a sample from the song "Mía" by Spanish artist Chiara Oliver, for which permission was not granted.
"Emigrant Version of Bebeshito's Song," wrote Marky on the video that has gone viral on TikTok, where in just two days, it has garnered over 14,000 likes and more than 1,000 comments. On Instagram, where the young content creator has over 37,000 followers, the reactions have been equally praiseworthy for the rendition dedicated to his mother.
An Emotional Performance
In the heartfelt moment, the young man is seen performing a cappella, sitting on a staircase, adapting the reggaeton lyrics to express the pain of separation and farewell, as well as the sacrifice of emigrating to pursue his dreams. Marky is currently in Mexico awaiting his CBO One appointment, adding an even more emotional context to his performance.
In the video, the young man sings about the heartache of leaving his mother behind to face an uncertain future abroad, a reality that has strongly resonated with those who live or have lived similar experiences. The comments reflect the deep emotional connection his performance has generated and how much it has touched his followers: "I cried remembering when I said goodbye to my mom and family"; "Such pain in that song, so real, and your voice is wonderful, you are art, you are marvelous"; "Beautiful, that's how we all feel when we have to leave for a better future for our loved ones"; "Those goodbyes hurt so much, I still haven't gotten used to it, beautiful song, I loved it"; "You brought me to tears"; "Beautiful song, so many of us went through that goodbye"; “Here all of us who left our home with our hearts in our hands and eyes full of tears to face an uncertain future to give our loved ones a dignified life”; "It hurts so much"; "Beautiful lyrics, I remembered the exact moment of my departure, very strong what we emigrants live through when we separate from our loved ones, blessings"; "Your version is much better, you have touched our hearts because it is very difficult to leave behind the person who gave us life. Congratulations," many said.
"I like this version better," "It turned out beautiful," "My respects for that version"; “It has better lyrics than the original. Very lovely song”; "Beautiful, you sing wonderfully, many blessings, and you will see that you will achieve what you set out to do, just think of her, and the strength will come on its own"; “You need to record this,” others celebrated and encouraged him in the comments.
This video has not only touched hearts but also highlighted the harsh reality of emigration, nostalgia, and the sacrifices many Cubans face when leaving their loved ones behind in search of a better future.
The Impact of Emigration on Cuban Youth
Here are some questions and answers that delve deeper into the themes of emigration and personal sacrifice, as highlighted by Marky's viral video.
Why was the original song "Enganchada" removed from platforms?
The original song "Enganchada" was removed from platforms because it used a sample from the song "Mía" by Spanish artist Chiara Oliver without obtaining the necessary permission.
What is the significance of Marky's rendition of the song?
Marky's rendition of the song is significant because it expresses the emotional and painful realities of emigration, resonating deeply with those who have experienced similar separations from loved ones.
How has the public reacted to Marky's video?
The public has reacted very positively to Marky's video, with many comments reflecting a deep emotional connection and praise for his heartfelt performance. The video has received over 14,000 likes and more than 1,000 comments on TikTok alone.