Javier Berridy Takes Aim at Cuba's Foreign Minister in Satirical Parody: "What Do You Mean There's No Hunger in Cuba?"

Cuban comedian Javier Berridy has once again turned to satire as a means to highlight the harsh realities faced by the Cuban population. This time, his target is none other than Cuba's Foreign Minister, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla.

Berridy crafted a biting parody based on controversial statements made by Rodríguez, in which the minister claimed that "there's no one in Cuba, unlike in first-world countries, currently going hungry." These remarks left Berridy astounded, prompting him to launch into a musical parody filled with social critique.

Using the rhythm of Oniel Bebeshito's reggaeton hit "Qué rico me siento," the comedian sharply dismantles the official narrative. "Hold on a second, don't be so cynical and shameless, what do you mean there's no hunger in Cuba, that's just a tall tale," Berridy sings, setting the tone for a series of verses that encapsulate the daily struggles of millions of Cubans.

In his parody, Berridy highlights the chronic issues plaguing the nation: food shortages, prolonged power outages, widespread poverty, and the continuous exodus of its citizens. "From Oriente to Havana, people are without food and suffering, and you with your brazen face keep lying. Stop with the blah, blah, blah, no one believes you anymore; it's been years of the same story. The same blackouts, the same poverty, the country is sinking, that's why half of Cuba keeps leaving," his lyrics continue.

Berridy also delivers a pointed jab at the lifestyle of the regime's high-ranking officials: "Don’t trust this guy who lives lavishly in a Miramar mansion, with a stocked fridge and driving a nice car."

Through his irreverent and sarcastic style, the comedian once again exposes the contradictions between the official discourse and the harsh reality faced by the Cuban people. His parodies have become a form of collective catharsis, earning applause from his followers.