A Guatemalan woman has created a buzz on TikTok after releasing a video humorously detailing why "you shouldn't fall in love with a Cuban." The video, shared on the account @itsandyoshie, quickly gained traction for its candid and bold statements.
“Falling for a Cuban means you're going to laugh endlessly,” she begins, expressing her evident admiration for Cuban culture. “You'll never stop laughing. You'll learn to be loud because they love speaking in loud voices,” she adds with a smile.
In the clip, which is under a minute long, the TikToker portrays Cubans as “affectionate, attentive, romantic, and dedicated.” However, what really grabbed viewers' attention was her more explicit claim: “They give you passion 24-7. Oh my God, what am I saying? 24-7. Girl, if you want to know what it's like to have a good man, find yourself a Cuban,” she states with laughter and a playful tone.
According to the young woman, Cubans are also lovers of the good life: “They love the flavorful, the rich,” she claims. She also mentions a culinary tidbit that can't be missed: “You'll definitely need to increase the rice in your dishes. They love eating rice and something more than just rice.”
The video has sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some applauding the humorous tone and others criticizing it as a generalization or exaggeration. Nonetheless, the clip has helped to perpetuate the image of Cubans as joyful, intense, and passionate individuals.