Panamanian urban artist El Tuox spoke out on social media regarding the controversy surrounding the song "El Falador" featuring Mr. Fox and Akim. The celebrity did not offer a formal apology for the song's content but instead defended his position against criticism from the Ministry of Women and other sectors. He argued that the song is part of Panamanian Spanish reggae culture and that the term "falador" (meaning 'gossip') refers to celebrity gossip, with no intention of promoting hatred. El Tuox also questioned the authorities' approach, suggesting that there are more pressing social issues in the country that require institutional attention rather than the lyrics of a carnival song. Furthermore, he maintained that the track is for entertainment during festivities and that the figures mentioned are part of daily public discourse. It should be recalled that the song contains references to male anatomy, crude remarks, and names several public figures. For now, neither he nor his collaborators (Mr. Fox and Akim) have removed the video from their platforms, sticking to their stance that this is music for the 2026 carnival.
