In a melodic appeal, Prime Minister Gassie Dread, alongside Empress Maria, sends a powerful message to the youth of Antigua, urging them to embrace peace and protect the planet.
Empowering the Future: Gassie Dread & Empress Maria’s Call to the Youth

Empowering the Future: Gassie Dread & Empress Maria’s Call to the Youth
Using music as a tool for change, Gassie Dread and Empress Maria urge the youth of Antigua to combat pressing global issues.
In an inspiring musical broadcast, Gassie Dread shares a fervent message aimed at the youth of Antigua, advocating for them to take a stand against the societal ills that plague their communities. The Prime Minister emphasizes that music serves as a profound weapon for peace, promoting unity, and healing amidst the turmoil of climate change, poverty, and injustice. With Empress Maria supporting his call, they implore the younger generation to rise, protect the environment, and foster solidarity.
Their mantra, “Put it down. Pick up the future,” resonates deeply, encouraging youth to abandon violence and division in favor of collective empowerment. The message is clear: the real foes lie beyond individual disputes; they encompass global challenges that require a unified response. Gassie Dread and Empress Maria champion a vision for Antigua—one where the island stands as a beacon of hope and leadership in forging a better tomorrow. Through their words and music, they invoke a powerful message: relinquish the past, embrace unity, and pave the way forward for future generations.