In a recent media exchange, Tommy Portugal harshly criticized Deyvis Orosco, questioning the title of “number one” of the cumbia Portugal, known for his career in the genre, believes that Orosco’s current recognition is not justified, especially when compared to the legacy of other prominent figures. In a scenario where competition and support for new talents are crucial, Portugal expressed his disagreement with Orosco’s position in the industry.
The dispute between the two artists reflects not only a disagreement over Orosco’s status, but also a broader criticism over support for the new generation of singers. Portugal argues that, unlike Deyvis, his father, Johnny Orosco has always been a fervent defender of young talents, something he considers fundamental for the growth of the genre.
“He is not the number one in cumbia”
Tommy Portugal Portugal openly challenged Deyvis Orosco’s public image as the leader of cumbia. In a live broadcast on his TikTok account, Portugal expressed his disagreement with the perception of Orosco as the “number one” of the genre.
“For me, it’s not the number one of cumbia. For me, the number one can be Johnny Orosco either Carlos Centeno . They are the number one, the masters, the greats,” said the singer during a broadcast directed to his fans, where he clarified some statements made about the ‘Cumbia Bomboncito’.
Likewise, the voice of the main theme of ‘Al fondo hay sitio’ pointed out that he has nothing against Deyvis Orosco and that, on the contrary, he wishes him the best in his career. “The press exaggerates it a bit, because, honestly, I didn’t say it with bad intentions. I always wish Deyvis the best. He deserves what he has achieved, because having a group is not easy,” he said.
Tommy Portugal compared Deyvis Orosco to his father, Johnny Orosco
In the same broadcast, Tommy Portugal suggested that Deyvis Orosco He should take advantage of his fame to support new talents. He even compared him to Johnny Orosco, who helped him years ago by including him in the main lineup of Grupo Néctar, which gave him popularity and made him known throughout the country.
“From his position, he can easily help young people in his neighborhood, where there are many cumbia fans, just as his father did with me and surely with many people,” said Portugal.
It should be noted that the 42-year-old performer belonged to Grupo Néctar after Johnny Orosco decided to include him as one of the orchestra’s singers. Tommy Portugal He remained in the group from 2002 to 2006, when he joined Caribeños de Guadalupe.
Does Tommy Portugal have a rivalry with Deyvis Orosco?
There has been much speculation about a possible rivalry between Tommy Portugal and Deyvis Orosco which is said to have arisen when both were in Grupo Néctar. This confrontation became relevant after the premiere of ‘Tu nombre y el mío’, the series that tells the story of ‘Bomboncito’.
Javier from ‘Your name and mine’ would be the representation of Tommy Portugal in the fiction. Photo: LR composition/LR composition/Facebook Tommy Portugal/América TV
In the history of the América TV series, Javier is introduced, a character who came to Nectar Group by Johnny Orosco and who has a dispute with the protagonist, not only in the workplace, but also in the sentimental. In addition, Javier is portrayed as problematic, abusive and with a strong resentment towards Deyvis, who manages to surpass his rival.
