The Cuban music scene is in mourning following the tragic passing of José Manuel Carbajal, widely recognized as El Taiger, who died on Thursday, October 10, at Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital. The artist fought for his life for a week after suffering a gunshot wound to the head. On that same Thursday, fans gathered outside the hospital to pay tribute to the late musician, including fellow Cuban reggaeton star Chocolate MC.
Deeply affected by the loss of his peer, Chocolate MC brought flowers to the site, demanded justice for El Taiger, and seized the moment to capture scenes for his latest music video, "Desconfianza," a track dedicated to the memory of José Manuel Carbajal.
Mixed Reactions to Chocolate MC's Tribute
On social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, several clips show Chocolate MC sitting atop a moving car, shouting "justice" and using a loudspeaker to play his song. However, not everyone agreed with his approach to the tribute, sparking a range of opinions among attendees and online viewers.
Additional footage reveals Chocolate MC laying flowers alongside other El Taiger supporters. They gathered at the hospital, where he had been hospitalized for more than a week, after learning of his untimely death, to honor his legacy.