The singer Carín León has been involved in controversy following the release of his song "De Compas", which is being interpreted by some as a gay anthem. The lyrics of the song highlight fragments that could refer to a love between two men. Despite this, the music video does not address any LGBTQ+ themes and shows the performer in a recording studio.
In response to speculation about whether the song was written for fellow singer Espinoza Paz, Carín León denied these rumors through his social media, emphasizing that music has no sex or color and requesting respect for the gay community. He stated: "More empathy, less hate". Additionally, he refuted any insinuation of a supposed romance with Espinoza Paz and reaffirmed that their relationship is purely friendly.
The singer criticized the focus given to people’s sexuality to generate controversies, stressing that, nowadays, sexuality should take a back seat. Carín León highlighted the importance of focusing on positive and constructive aspects instead of using sexuality as a central theme for criticisms and negative comments.
In a video shared on his social media, Carín León addressed his followers, clarifying that his message does not imply that he considers homosexuality a disease and highlighting his respect for the LGBT+ community. The singer referred to "homosexuality imposed by society", trying to clarify any misunderstandings regarding this.
Despite the controversy, Carín León has made it clear that his intention was not to generate a debate about homosexuality with his song "De Compas". As the topic gained traction on social media, the singer was compelled to deny rumors and express his annoyance at the wrong interpretation of his work.
