Whereas there have been numerous performances price watching tonight, nothing moved us greater than the acoustic-rendition efficiency of “Patria y Vida” by Cuban artists Randy Malcom, Alexander Delgado of Gente de Zona, Yotuel Romero, Descemer Bueno, and El Funky. The unique rap tune “Patria y Vida” turned a protest anthem in Cuba final yr after 1000’s of Cubans took to the streets to protest the island’s Communist regime. It has since change into an iconic slogan related to resistance, activism, and a name for freedom. In some ways, it’s the tune that is outlined the rebellion that is presently occurring in Cuba.

“Patria y vida” truly interprets to “homeland and life” in English. Not solely did tonight’s efficiency amplify everybody within the viewers, however the tune additionally received tune of the yr. The group completed off each their efficiency and acceptance speech by shouting out “Que Viva Cuba!” That is the second award present efficiency that has made a significant dedication to Cuba. Fairly a couple of Cuban artists protested towards Cuban oppression at this yr’s Premios Juventud, together with Pitbull, Emilio Estefan, and Camila Cabello.

The truth that the Latin Grammys not solely acknowledged “Patria y Vida” but in addition selected it as tune of the yr speaks volumes concerning the sluggish however regular progress the academy has made. This wasn’t only a win, this was a press release!