In a powerful event that blends music and social activism, Gassie Dread emphasizes that while music can be a weapon, his chosen weapon fights for peace and cohesion. Prime Minister Gaston Browne, echoing his sentiments, highlights the real battles that face the youth today: climate change, poverty, and the systemic injustices that burden small island nations like Antigua as they navigate the repercussions of global exploitation.
Dread and Empress Maria jointly invite the younger generation to take a stand not only for their lives but for the environment and community. Their chorus? "Put it down. Pick up the future.” This refrain urges them to set aside not just weapons and violence, but also hate, division, and any forces that create rifts among the populace.
They call on the young people to be the leaders of tomorrow, advocating for a sustainable future. The message is simple yet profound: put down destructive habits and ideologies to pave the way for a united and flourishing Antigua. Young people are encouraged to become guardians of the earth, uphold each other, and chart a path of example for others to follow.
Dread and Empress Maria jointly invite the younger generation to take a stand not only for their lives but for the environment and community. Their chorus? "Put it down. Pick up the future.” This refrain urges them to set aside not just weapons and violence, but also hate, division, and any forces that create rifts among the populace.
They call on the young people to be the leaders of tomorrow, advocating for a sustainable future. The message is simple yet profound: put down destructive habits and ideologies to pave the way for a united and flourishing Antigua. Young people are encouraged to become guardians of the earth, uphold each other, and chart a path of example for others to follow.
