Cuban animator and creator Davinson Núñez, known on TikTok as @tuanimadorfavorito, has taken the platform by storm with a short film that offers a fresh take on the popular song "El Punto" by the late reggaeton artist José Manuel Carvajal Zaldívar, affectionately called "El Taiger."
The animated video is set in Havana, capturing the nostalgic essence of the 1950s, and features the rhythm of a bolero—a genre that El Taiger appreciated but seldom performed.
"Here's how 'El Punto' might have sounded if it had been recorded in 1950s Havana..." Davinson commented while debuting the video, which blends animation, humor, and a flawless musical arrangement infused with retro charm.
What started as a creative experiment has evolved into a tribute to El Taiger. Content creator and actor Ariel Zamora (@ariel.zamora_actor) utilized the bolero version for a performance filled with expressive gestures, earning thousands of views and supportive comments.
Viewers are applauding the fusion of classic bolero and "reparto" styles, with remarks such as "El Taiger would have been thrilled with this version" and "You've revived both bolero and El Taiger with this piece."
This project highlights the ingenuity of a new wave of Cuban creators who, with respect, humor, and talent, keep El Taiger's musical spirit alive, just as the beloved artist would have wished to be remembered.
Questions About the TikTok Tribute to El Taiger
Who created the animated video tribute to El Taiger?
The animated video tribute to El Taiger was created by Cuban animator and TikTok creator Davinson Núñez, also known as @tuanimadorfavorito.
What is unique about the version of "El Punto" featured in the video?
The version of "El Punto" featured in the video is unique because it reimagines the song in the style of a 1950s Havana bolero, a genre appreciated by El Taiger but not usually performed by him.