‘Yahritza y Su Esencia’ Sparks Controversy. Use of the Virgin is Indignant. New Controversy Surrounding the Group.
The musical group ‘Yahritza y Su Esencia’ is once again in the middle of a storm of criticism after sharing a photo. This comes after sparking outrage among Mexicans by disrespecting Mexican cuisine, an act colloquially known as ‘the fuchi’. Now, they are facing harsh criticism for appearing to pray in front of the Virgin of Guadalupe, a deeply-rooted symbol in Mexican culture. The Martinez siblings, members of the band that has been the center of attention lately, are facing yet another strong negative reaction. Is Yahritza insulting the Virgin of Guadalupe?
And they shared an image in which they can be seen praying in front of an altar of the Virgin of Guadalupe, known as the ‘mother of all Mexicans’. The Virgin of Guadalupe is an icon revered by millions in Mexico and around the world, and her image is intrinsically linked to the national and religious identity of the country. Yahritza y Su Esencia gained popularity with their interpretation of the song ‘Frágil’, but now many consider it a lack of respect towards this sacred figure. In the face of this situation, the singers, in their attempt to make amends, seem to have delved even further into a controversial territory, far from reaching their initial goal.
Appearing to pray to the Virgin
The reaction did not wait and social media filled with criticism and expressions of outrage at seeing Yahritza in front of the Virgin of Guadalupe. Many users considered the group’s action disrespectful and inconsiderate, using an element of deep religious significance. The Virgin of Guadalupe has been a symbol of unity and faith for Mexicans for centuries, and seeing her associated with a gesture that can be interpreted as mockery is deeply offensive. The criticisms towards ‘Yahritza y Su Esencia’ not only focus on the lack of respect towards religion, but also on their apparent disdain for Mexican cuisine.
Rain of criticisms on social media
The image of Yahritza praying in front of the Virgin of Guadalupe began circulating on social media. This did not please users, who did not hesitate to launch negative comments towards the controversial group. “Enough is enough, they have no respect,” “It seems like a mockery,” “Surely Yahritza thought it was the Virgin of Washington,” said some of the haters on social media. “First the food, then the language, and now the Virgin, it’s too much,” “What do they expect, for them to stay in the US and not leave there,” reads some of the comments.
Yahritza y Su Esencia caught up in controversy
It is worth remembering that a few days ago, the group that sings ‘Frágil’ was ‘canceled’ in Mexico after disrespecting Mexican food by comparing it to American food. “I have been here for a long time, but I don’t really like the food here, I like it more where we live,” said one of the members. “In Washington, they really know how to season it, it’s spicy and tastes good,” added Armando, Yahritza’s brother, in an interview. “I mostly eat chicken, like wings, without chili, I don’t like any of that. Also, the soda here is different, I don’t know if it has less sugar or gas, but it tastes different than there,” commented Jairo. They are not forgiven.
When it was thought that the criticism on social media had settled down, this shared image reignited it, according to CulturaColectiva. “They made the wrong people famous,” “And they dare to post a photo supposedly praying to the Virgin, come on… HAHAHAHAHAHA,” said internet users. “Maybe that’s the Virgin of Washington,” “Did you know that Virgin is Mexican? I’m telling you… they lack history,” “Ridiculous, with the photo with our Virgin of Guadalupe, they really have no shame,” reads the comments. “They say that the Virgin clasped her hands in prayer to not have devotees of that kind in front of her,” continued the criticisms of Yahritza’s group photo.
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