In a recent rallying cry from the heart of Antigua, Prime Minister Gaston Browne, joined by musical icons Gassy Dread and Empress Maria, delivered an urgent message directed at the island's youth. “Put it down,” he implored, emphasizing that music can be a force for good—a weapon of peace. Together, they champion a cause aimed at nurturing unity among the people while confronting larger issues such as climate change and poverty.
Gassy Dread, known for using his music as a tool for social change, underscored the idea that the real adversities lie not within their communities but against global challenges that disproportionately affect small nations like Antigua. “The fight isn’t amongst ourselves,” he remarked, “it’s against the environmental shifts and inequities caused by global greed.”
Empress Maria, equally passionate, echoed this sentiment by calling on the youth to take action. “Rise up. Protect the earth. Protect each other,” they urged, with a vision that calls for Antigua to serve as a beacon of hope and leadership.
Their collaborative message resounds clearly: it's time for the youth to “Put it down,” leaving behind the trappings of violence and division while stepping into a future defined by hope, sustainability, and camaraderie. In a world fraught with conflict, their call for peace and action is a crucial reminder that together, they can influence change and create a brighter path forward.
