Cuban reggaeton artist Oniel Bebeshito took to social media to share his emotions following the death of El Taiger, which occurred Thursday afternoon in Miami. "In a black and white world, you were a splash of color in both my personal life and career, my brother. Wherever you may be, know that an entire nation held hope until the very last moment," Bebeshito began on his Instagram post, accompanied by a series of shared memories and messages between the urban genre stars.
The news has struck a particularly sorrowful chord with El Taiger's fans, family, and friends, among whom Bebeshito counts himself. "I'm not one to write much about these things because I believe that when the affection and feeling towards someone is so profound, words fall short," he continued, expressing gratitude for the times they spent together.
"Thank you for always trusting me from day one. I will always honor our conversations and plans. Thank you for always caring about my family, my mom, my wife, and my daughter. The Taigers should never die; you live on in the hearts of many, my brother. Rest in peace, mandarin," Bebeshito concluded.
A Musical Legacy that Resonates
Oniel Bebeshito and El Taiger made waves on YouTube and social media with their hit collaboration "Marca Mandarina," which garnered significant acclaim among urban music fans. Released in May, the track quickly climbed the charts in both Cuba and Miami.
Just under a month ago, during El Taiger's last visit to Cuba and before Bebeshito's arrival in Miami, the two met on the island, hinting at a potential new musical project. "We didn't invent the reparto, but we made it global," declared the performer known for "La Historia," echoing the success of their previous work together.
Facing Difficult Times with Action
Earlier this week, Bebeshito shared a poignant letter addressed to his friend, who was then fighting for his life at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. Alongside the images, he included a heartfelt message: "A letter for El Taiger (La Tranka)." The text read, "Lord, I pray you place your healing hands upon José, our Tranka, freeing him from all harm, granting him strength for a long life, so he may continue to bless us with his music and kind heart."
In the midst of a critical situation, where the lack of medical insurance threatened the artist's life, Bebeshito stepped up to assist financially. He offered a portion of the proceeds from their two songs, "Marca Mandarina" and "El Punto," to support El Taiger during this challenging time.