The Cuban reggaeton artist Oniel Bebeshito stirred up a storm among his fans by unveiling his new neck tattoo featuring the phrase "Music is Me" alongside a tribal design. The tattoo's wording has sparked a debate due to its unusual English grammar. Although "Music is Me" is understandable, it doesn't follow the natural structure of the English language.
However, such constructs are indicative of the linguistic phenomena inherent in "Miami English," an emerging dialect in the United States influenced directly by Spanish. This dialect has been a subject of research at Florida International University (FIU). While conventional alternatives like "I am Music" or "Music defines me" might have sounded more natural, Bebeshito appears to have embraced creativity and his unique bond with music.
The design was crafted by Khriss Coronado, a well-known tattoo artist in Miami's art scene with a following of over 21,000 on Instagram. Coronado, celebrated for his tribal style and meticulous attention to detail, captured Bebeshito's artistic essence in a piece that merges personal expression with urban flair.
This latest tattoo not only reaffirms the singer's identity within the music genre but also showcases his ability to spark discussions among his followers and set trends. Staying true to his distinctive style, he solidifies his position as one of the most creative figures in contemporary urban music.
The creator of "Marca Mandarina" proudly shared parts of his tattooing process in Miami, stating he's "Getting ready for the concert," scheduled for December 28th at the Pitbull Stadium, which can accommodate 20,000 attendees.