A lively group of Cubans was caught on camera celebrating in a corridor of the bustling Luyanó neighborhood in Havana. The video has quickly gone viral on TikTok, stirring a wave of nostalgia and emotion among users both on and off the island.
The footage, shared by user @dianelyss0, features several people gathered, dancing, and enjoying themselves to the beat of "Tacto que llegó el reparto" by Cuban reggaeton artist Oniel Bebeshito. With neighbors and family members joining in, the narrow passageway transformed into a vibrant dance floor brimming with joy and energy.
Responses to the video have been pouring in, with viewers expressing sentiments like, "Crazy to go back to my Cuba, everything is different, lots of love and everything's fine with the little we have," "I miss that, I adore my Cubans, they are in my heart," and "These are the best parties." Such comments highlight the deep emotional bond many Cubans maintain with these everyday expressions of life, even amidst scarcity.
"How wonderful, who could be there," another user wrote, encapsulating the longing these scenes evoke among those who have emigrated. This type of video underscores how, despite the challenging conditions faced by the Cuban people, music, unity, and a festive spirit remain fundamental aspects of cultural identity and resilience in the island's neighborhoods.