Camila Fernandez’s performance of the National Anthem during the event in Las Vegas was marred by a notable error. (Credit: Cuartoscuro)
It is no secret that several artists have made mistakes when interpreting the Mexican National Anthem. Recently, the case of Camila Fernández during the fight between Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez and Edgar Berlanga has highlighted this issue. Although it may seem like a minor incident, these mistakes can have significant consequences, as they reflect the importance of knowing and respecting this national symbol.
In Mexico, the correct interpretation of the National Anthem is regulated by the Law on the Coat of Arms, the Flag and the National Anthem. Article 57 of this law establishes that any alteration in the lyrics of the anthem may result in sanctions. These vary depending on the severity of the infraction and the condition of the offender. Possible consequences include fines ranging from one to two hundred and fifty times the minimum wage, or an arrest of up to thirty-six hours. In cases where the infraction is committed for profit, the fine can be as high as one thousand times the minimum wage.
Currently, fines for errors in the interpretation of the national anthem range from 3,000 to 50,000 pesos. However, last year, Morena deputy Ana Elizabeth Ayala Leyva proposed a reform to increase the sanctions to more than 1 million pesos and/or sentences of up to four years in prison for those who alter the national symbols.
Camila Fernández, who is the daughter of Alejandro Fernández and granddaughter of Vicente Fernández, was in charge of performing the National Anthem before Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez’s fight against Edgar Berlanga on September 14 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. During her performance, Fernández made a notable mistake by replacing the word “tu suelo” with “tu tierra” in the anthem’s verse. This change, although small, was enough to attract attention and generate surprise among those present, including Canelo Álvarez himself.
The Hymn says: “But if a strange enemy dares to profane your soil with his foot.”
What Fernandez said: “But if a strange enemy dares to profane your land with his foot.”
Potrillo’s son made a mistake when singing the national anthem (screenshot)
Camila Fernández’s mistake is not the first of its kind. Other artists who have had problems interpreting the National Anthem include María León, Pablo Montero, Ana Bárbara, Jenni Rivera, Coque Muñiz and Vicente Fernández. Each of these incidents has highlighted the importance of maintaining accuracy when interpreting this national symbol, which is often celebrated at high-profile and public events.
On social media, users took the young artist’s mistake with humor through memes. (Credit: X)
While the gaffes while singing the Mexican National Anthem may seem like isolated incidents, they actually underscore the need for greater awareness and respect for national symbols. The legal consequences and proposed tougher penalties reflect how seriously this issue is taken in Mexico.
