Wampi Teases New Controversial Track: Is That Samantha Hernández?

The Cuban singer Wampi has once again stirred the Cuban entertainment scene with just a few seconds of video. A teaser for his controversial track "El Rey de La Habana 7," shared on his Instagram, has sparked a wave of reactions. The brief yet striking clip features a woman dancing in a red T-shirt with the logo of "La Familia Cubana," a piece of clothing many instantly linked to Samantha Hernández, a member of the project and Wampi’s former romantic partner.

Social media quickly caught fire. The woman’s dance style, her demeanor in the clip, and notably, the red T-shirt with the La Familia Cubana logo—previously worn by Samantha when she lived in Cuba—led many to interpret it as a direct nod to her. Samantha has been romantically linked to Osniel Kimii, another figure implicated in the controversial cartoon accompanying the single's announcement. Although it’s clear the woman isn’t Samantha herself, the model’s characterization—mimicking her look and style—convinced the public that the nod was indeed towards the influencer.

The promotional cartoon for "El Rey de La Habana 7" was already seen as a visual diss, laden with indirect references to several figures in the urban music scene. Among the characters, fans identified Samantha Hernández alongside Osniel Kimii, in an image that seemed to suggest a romantic link between them.

Samantha in the Spotlight

This nod generated speculation, which was further fueled shortly after. Just hours before Wampi released the video teaser, Kimii posted an Instagram story with a woman many identified as Samantha, set to the backdrop of a Wampi track, "Roma." But Samantha wasn’t the only allusion. Despite its brevity, Wampi’s video hints at other elements seen in the cartoon: settings, visual references, and symbols that fans have been scrutinizing frame by frame for more clues. The artist appears to have brought part of the graphic universe from the cartoon into the video to ignite the conversation.

Samantha Hernández, known for her work with "La Familia Cubana" and her social media presence, has shifted from a secondary figure in Cuban urban entertainment to a central character in the musical drama Wampi has crafted. Her emotional involvement—as Wampi’s ex—adds weight to every gesture seen on screen.

Audience Reactions and Speculation

User comments were forthright and often blunt. Some remarked, "Samantha’s dance, I’m dead," "That’s a direct nod to the girl in the red T-shirt," and "The ex doesn’t miss, Wampi’s giving a masterclass." Others were more enthusiastic: "They’ve got me on edge," "This got personal, it’s not music, it’s urban cinema," or "This series is better than Netflix."

Samantha’s presence became the focal point of the teaser, overshadowing interest in the song itself. One user encapsulated the collective sentiment: "No one’s talking about the track, just the T-shirt and the dance."

A Calculated Move or an Unfiltered Diss?

In under nine hours, Wampi’s post garnered over 22,000 interactions. Kenny Robert, Cimafunk, Harryson, and Hallel Génesis reacted with phrases and emojis, clearly indicating the video didn’t go unnoticed in Cuban showbiz. Kenny, in particular, dropped a “Oh no, hold up,” seen as a direct response to the clip.

Wampi’s promotional strategy has evolved from a conventional campaign to a viral phenomenon. What began with a cartoon filled with alleged innuendos has transformed into an expanding visual narrative, where each post adds a new chapter. The audience isn’t just consuming content; they’re actively engaging in deciphering it.

"El Rey de La Habana 7" hasn’t been fully released yet, but it’s already the hot topic in Cuban circles. While the complete video remains awaited, everyone keeps a watchful eye on Wampi’s profile, anticipating his next move.