“My People Cry” Justino Ubakka Reflects on the Relevance of His Song, 10 Years Later

Mozambican singer Justino Ubakka once again moved his followers by revisiting one of his most impactful songs, "Meu Povo Chora" (My People Cry). Released approximately 10 years ago, the track reflects on the pain, difficulties, and challenges faced by the Mozambican people, issues that, unfortunately, remain relevant today.

On his social media, Justino shared a snippet of the song, accompanied by a caption that caught attention: "UNFORTUNATELY this song still makes sense 10 years later.".

The lyrics of “Meu Povo Chora” speak of daily struggles, losses, and the resilience needed to face difficult times. With the current situation in the country – Ubakka's appeal continues to resonate.

This gesture by Justino Ubakka, in revisiting a work from a decade ago, reinforces the power of music and the ability of a song to transcend time, remaining relevant and necessary. Many of his fans expressed in the comments how much they identify with the message, and how the track continues to be an important voice in such uncertain times.

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