The Narcomantas attributed to the CJNG referred to Peso Pluma as “long tongue” (Photo: Instagram)
The official management account of Featherweight confirmed that his concert was scheduled for next October 14 in the city Tijuana, will be cancelled. Although the reasons are not explicitly stated in the statement, it is suspected that the reason for this decision was direct threats from organized crime.
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Peso Pluma, whose rise in the music scene was meteoric thanks to his talent and whose lyrics reflect the reality of many areas of Mexico, received threats from New generation Jalisco cartel (CJNG) about Narcomantas which were placed in different parts of the city of Tijuana.
“This is for you, featherweight. Please refrain from showing up on October 14th because it will be your last presentation, because you are disrespectful and loose, you show up and we will destroy your mother*,” reads the aforementioned blankets.
A statement was released via the Prajin Music group’s social networks confirming that the decision had been made.
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“Our goal is to protect the fans and the team. For the safety of everyone involved, we will be canceling our show in Tijuana. Thank you to all of our fans for your understanding. We love you all, sincerely, La Doble P,” read the statement shared on Instagram.
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The lie down, Also known as “war corridors”. have gained popularity In recent years it has become a fusion of traditional rhythms with trap elements and lyrics describing contemporary experiences in communities affected by the drug trade. The featherweight division was one of the biggest representativeswhich has led him to fill stages and become a representative voice of the youth.
However, the Corridos Tumbados genre has not been free of controversy since then raw and direct texts that sometimes seem to praise or recount the life of organized crimehave provoked criticism and warnings. For artists like Peso Pluma, this means risky situations that jeopardize not only their careers but also their integrity.
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Tijuana authorities have not yet officially commented on the cancellation, but there is concern among the city’s fan base and organizers. Many are concerned about how music and art, which should be free spaces of expression, are restricted by violence and fear.
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Fans from all over the country have shown their solidarity with Peso Pluma, flooded social networks with messages of support and asked for the safety of the artists. The cancellation of the Peso Pluma concert in Tijuana is another reminder of the realities facing Mexico and the intersection of art and reality.