El Taiger's 'St Jude' Song Reaches One Million Views on YouTube

November 14, 2024

The music video for the song "St Jude" by Cuban reggaeton artist El Taiger has reached one million views on YouTube, marking a touching posthumous tribute to the artist, who dedicated this song to children with cancer at St. Jude hospital.

The track, released in May 2023, took on new meaning following the tragic death of the artist on October 10th, an event that mobilized his followers to fulfill his wish for the song to go viral for the benefit of the children at the institution.

El Taiger, whose real name was José Manuel Carbajal, explained that the proceeds from the song would go to the hospital to support the young patients. The lyrics of "St Jude" express the most human side of the reggaeton artist, and after his death, many fans committed to watching and sharing the music video repeatedly to reach the one million views that he yearned for.

The reaction on YouTube has been overwhelming, with thousands of messages of admiration and condolences. Some followers expressed their regret at not having made the song go viral while the artist was alive, while others highlighted his big heart and sensitivity toward children. "Let's make it real, the million that José asked of us," wrote one of his followers, reflecting the shared sentiment of completing his altruistic legacy.

The story of "St Jude" and the response from his fans symbolize the lasting affection for El Taiger, an artist who was able to move his audience not only with his music, but also with his message of support for the most vulnerable.