Puerto Rican Décima

The passage talks about special songs in the Hispanic culture, specifically focusing on Puerto Rican décima, which is a traditional type of song. These songs are connected to the identity of the jíbaro, who was a historical peasant in Puerto Rican history. The study looks at how décima helps show and protect Puerto Rican culture from being changed by colonization. Researchers did interviews and recordings during décima events, focusing on topics related to life in the countryside. Connecting this to Dia de los Muertos, both décima and the celebration have a common goal: to keep and celebrate cultural identity, especially during difficult times in history. These traditions help people stay connected to where they come from, giving them a strong feeling of cultural continuity and strength.