Friends and neighbors of "El Guaji", the 19-year-old from the Mantilla neighborhood in Havana who was murdered this week, are preparing a music video in his honor. "Who will bring him back to me, who will bring him back? You were a good son, a brother, a friend, and who will understand that?" says a snippet of the song shared in the Facebook group "Somos Mantilla."
In the short clip, several young people can be seen walking down a street in the neighborhood, carrying a floral arrangement. "El Guaji" died from a stabbing under unclear circumstances. He was well-loved and widely known in his community.
"Defending a friend. He was stabbed in the heart and died," noted one user in response to persistent inquiries from many users about what led to this tragic event. Another commenter specified that it happened "at the beach," while a third pointed out that "he was not a troublemaker or involved in bad activities."
The young man, who lived on Mendoza Street in the Arroyo Naranjo district, was raised by his grandmother, as his mother passed away when he was very young, according to several people who knew him.
Last Wednesday, neighbors in the area set up an emotional altar to remember him. The attendees decorated the site appropriately and played music to honor the young man. In addition to a photo of him, they placed flowers and personal items to bid farewell to the deceased.
FAQs about the Tribute for El Guaji
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers regarding the tribute for the young man known as El Guaji, who was tragically killed in Havana.
What is the purpose of the music video tribute?
The music video tribute is intended to honor the memory of El Guaji, a beloved young man from the Mantilla neighborhood who was tragically murdered.
How did El Guaji die?
El Guaji died from a stabbing incident. The exact circumstances of the attack remain unclear.
Who was El Guaji raised by?
El Guaji was raised by his grandmother after his mother passed away when he was very young.