Singer José Torres, ‘El Rey del Alto Mando,’ goes viral for a controversial message to immigrants

• Mexican singer has a controversial message for immigrants.
• José Torres has lived in the US for more than 10 years.
• People attack El Rey del Alto Mando for encouraging illegal border crossing.

On social media, celebrities, public figures and influencers share content for their hundreds and even millions of followers, sometimes sparking controversy. This is what happened with Mexican singer José Torres, also known as ‘El Rey del Alto Mando’.

The Mexican singer had a controversial message for immigrants after Law SB 1718 was enacted and Title 42 came to an end, affecting thousands of undocumented people in the US.

Mexican singer José Torres goes viral for his message to immigrants

User @Lobo3417 on TikTok shared the video of singer José Torres giving an interview where he talks about how long he’s lived in the United States and took the opportunity to send a message to those who want to cross the border.

«I’ve been here for about 16 years (in the US) and I think that all the people who want to come here should fight for their dreams and fight with everything they have to fight because they can achieve their dreams. They have to find a way to get here. I think that if you feel like it and you are looking for success you will do well,” the singer began.

El Rey del Alto Mando is proud of achieving success in the US

“But if you are lying in your house, don’t even think about it (crossing the border)… Everything they talk about me for being negative. I’m taking everything and I’m looking for a good side. I am happy because every day is going well for me, every day that I get up I don’t even believe it, I am happy, ” he added.

«I feel a lot of frustration, but I say to myself of course I can, if they want to make me look less, they want to make me look bad, I’m going to show them that I can, with such good courage that no one gives takes it away from you no matter what they do.”

El Rey del Alto Mandois attacked for his controversial message

Jorge Torres’ statements immediately sparked a reaction from internet users. He is one of the most popular singers and musicians on social media though has also been controversial.

“Uploading gossip and trouble, that is his success.” “He is patient giving an interview.” “José Torres encouraging illegal immigrants to jump into the USA.” “The migra will get you.” “Well, let them pass because perhaps that is what he does for his family, he brings it to the United States very easily and all the money he has is not for his music.” “Cantinflas is a joke next to him.”