Ugandan musician and songwriter A Pass has dropped a compelling new single, Abantu, a musical exploration of the complexities of friendship and the blurred lines between love and hate. Sung in Luganda, the title Abantu is a word shared among Bantu people of East Africa and across several African languages, including Zulu and Xhosa. The term refers to people or humanity and is often used in the context of community togetherness and disloyalty.
This track further demonstrates A Pass’s vocal prowess and emotive lyricism, immediately drawing listeners in with its expressive delivery. The musical arrangement, particularly the instrumental layers, achieves a harmonious balance that amplifies the song’s emotional resonance. The track can be interpreted as A Pass’s personal reflection on love and friendship, which can sometimes breed betrayal, or simply a broader observation of human behaviour; in either case, it stands as a testament to his songwriting talent.
The single was primarily crafted by A Pass (Bagonza Alexander), who wrote and produced the song with beats created by Tryton/Sikia Media. Baru Beatz mixed and mastered the track, and finally Nymy Media gave the project a visual identity, creating the official artwork and lyric video.
