Can you imagine what a Cuban reggaeton hit would sound like if it had been released in the 1990s? A prime example of this concept is the song "El Tubazo" by El Chacal and Yakarta. The Bayamese influencer based in the Canary Islands, known on social media as Polarih, decided to transport this track back to the last decade of the 20th century, and the result was absolutely wild.
With an electric guitar and trumpet, Polarih's version is nothing like the original but managed to bring a lot of laughter to his followers. Even DJ Unic, the Cuban producer behind El Chacal and Yakarta's track, reacted with amusement to this rendition: "Where did my classic end up? Strong work, man."
Polarih has also reimagined other reggaeton hits. For instance, he turned "Te paso a buscar," one of the most popular songs by Yomil y El Dany, into a salsa version. However, nothing compares to his flamenco rendition of Chocolate MC's "Guachineo," complete with the sound of a cajón.
Exploring the 1990s Twist on Cuban Reggaeton Hits
In this section, we answer some frequently asked questions regarding the unique take on Cuban reggaeton hits by Polarih, particularly focusing on "El Tubazo" and other notable renditions.
Who is Polarih?
Polarih is a Bayamese influencer based in the Canary Islands, known for creatively reimagining popular Cuban reggaeton hits with a retro twist.
What is unique about Polarih's version of "El Tubazo"?
Polarih's rendition of "El Tubazo" transports the song back to the 1990s, featuring an electric guitar and trumpet, which differentiates it significantly from the original version.
How did DJ Unic react to Polarih's version of "El Tubazo"?
DJ Unic, the Cuban producer behind the original track, reacted with amusement and praised Polarih's creative take on the song.
What other songs has Polarih reimagined?
Polarih has also created a salsa version of "Te paso a buscar" by Yomil y El Dany and a flamenco rendition of "Guachineo" by Chocolate MC, complete with a cajón.