Sandro Castro, the grandson of the late Cuban dictator Fidel Castro, recently shared a video on his Instagram stories to express his gratitude to Cuban reggaeton artist Baby Maykol for mentioning him in several songs.
In his characteristic humorous and friendly tone, Sandro directly quoted a line from Baby Maykol’s tracks: "hey Sandro, you know him, damn Sandro."
"Well, good evening, good afternoon, good morning," Sandro began. "I want to send a big shoutout to my brother Baby Maykol, who always mentions me in all your songs. Truly, thank you so much for including me, Maykol, in all your songs. You're doing great, keep pushing hard, blessings from vampirash," Sandro said in the video.
The message wrapped up with his typical sign-off "vampirash," an alias he humorously uses on social media, where he has amassed over 160,000 followers.
Building Connections in the Cuban Music Scene
This gesture highlights the bond Sandro Castro has been nurturing with the Cuban reggaeton scene over the past year. In June 2025, Sandro announced his own foray into Cuban urban music, and by September of the same year, he revealed plans to produce reggaeton music, expressing admiration for Chocolate MC.
His involvement with the genre hasn't been without its challenges. Reggaeton artist El Chulo referred to him as "old can" and "shameless," to which Sandro responded with mockery on social media. He also showed support for Chocolate MC following the artist's trial in Miami in November 2025.
Baby Maykol: A Rising Star
Baby Maykol is an emerging artist in the Cuban reggaeton and trap scene, gaining attention with numerous releases in 2025. His works include "Tiene De Mami De Papi," "La Bebida" with Wow Popy, and "Plakata," released on November 26, 2025, with Seikan Anikila and L Maldito 13. He also contributed to the collective track "El reparto más duro que tiene Cuba," released in December 2025 alongside notable artists like El Chacal, Jacob Forever, Yomil, and El Chulo, a production showcasing the best of the genre.
He works under the Gallery Music label with Greenup Studios and has also collaborated with Befocus Music, establishing himself as a rising talent in the Cuban urban music scene.
Sandro Castro: A Controversial Figure
Mentioning Sandro Castro in his lyrics can be seen as a nod to a controversial public figure within the Cuban elite. Despite his infamous last name, Sandro has managed to carve out his own presence in the entertainment industry and on social media. In March 2026, Sandro, owner of Bar EFE in Havana's Vedado district, told CNN that most Cubans aspire to be capitalists, not communists, and openly criticized Díaz-Canel.
Understanding Sandro Castro and Cuban Urban Music Scene
Who is Sandro Castro?
Sandro Castro is the grandson of Fidel Castro, the former Cuban dictator. He is known for his presence on social media and his involvement in the Cuban urban music scene.
What is Baby Maykol known for?
Baby Maykol is an emerging artist in the Cuban reggaeton and trap genres, known for his various releases in 2025 and collaborations with other prominent artists.
How has Sandro Castro been involved in music?
Sandro Castro announced his entry into the Cuban urban music scene in 2025 and has expressed his admiration for the genre, despite facing some controversies.