Cuban singer-songwriter Lenier Mesa has publicly criticized Jacob Forever after the reggaeton artist scheduled a concert in the same city and on the same date as him. Lenier called this move unprofessional and disrespectful.
The incident was shared in a viral Instagram video, where a visibly upset Lenier candidly explained the situation when questioned about the date clash. Lenier did not mince words, directly addressing Jacob Forever: "First and foremost, it's a lack of professionalism and respect from these Cuban artists, who keep doing the same thing. Jacob knows it's disrespectful, and he doesn't like it when people do this to him."
Lenier's Financial Success in Music
Beyond his criticism, Lenier highlighted his financial success in the music industry: "Sitting at home, without performing anywhere, just writing, I make more money than all of them combined. I could buy them cars, houses, everything together," he claimed, emphasizing that his songwriting income surpasses that of artists reliant on live shows.
Past Tensions and Collaborations
This is not the first time Lenier Mesa has distanced himself from Jacob Forever. In October 2024, he publicly announced that he no longer had a friendship or communication with Jacob, although he wished him no harm. By January 2025, Lenier confirmed he would not collaborate with Jacob "for now" due to personal differences and "things done wrong."
Their current estrangement contrasts with the close relationship they shared between 2017 and 2020, when they collaborated on tracks like "El Beso" and the remix of "Qué nochecita." In 2018, ASCAP awarded Jacob Forever and Lenier Mesa, along with DJ Roumi, for their joint work, and that same year, Lenier publicly described his friendship with Jacob as "stronger and more genuine."
Controversy Continues
In a conversation with Chisme con flow, Lenier Mesa revisited the controversy, stating, "I don't know if it's the promoters or the artists, but how many days are there in a month? The Cuban music market isn't good right now because people aren't attending shows. There are plenty of days to organize a concert, and they picked the same date as mine. My date was announced 15 days earlier, across social media and everywhere. Jacob knows this isn't done because he doesn't like it when it's done to him."
As of now, Jacob Forever has not publicly responded to Lenier's message.
FAQs About the Lenier Mesa and Jacob Forever Dispute
Why did Lenier Mesa criticize Jacob Forever?
Lenier Mesa criticized Jacob Forever for scheduling a concert on the same date and in the same city, which he considered unprofessional and disrespectful.
What financial claim did Lenier Mesa make?
Lenier Mesa claimed that his earnings from songwriting surpass those of other artists who rely on live performances, asserting he could afford luxuries for them.
How was Lenier and Jacob's relationship in the past?
Between 2017 and 2020, Lenier Mesa and Jacob Forever had a close relationship, collaborating on several tracks, and were recognized for their joint work by ASCAP in 2018.