In 2021, A Pass, a prominent figure in the dancehall music scene, took a decisive stand against local websites that were profiting from the distribution of songs by local artists without compensating them. He emphasized that his grievance was directed solely towards these websites, rather than local radio stations, TV channels, or DJs. A Pass argued that these platforms were diverting his fans away from legitimate streaming services like Spotify and iTunes, where they could financially support his music.

Despite his prior stance, A Pass recently released a comprehensive 42-track album under his own name. However, his music quickly surfaced on a local website renowned for promoting local talent. Although the site lauded tracks such as “True Story” for their exceptional quality, A Pass promptly demanded the removal of his music and name from their platform. He accused them of unauthorized distribution and asserted his rights as an artist.

This recent development mirrors A Pass’s earlier clash with online platforms in 2021. During that period, fellow artist GNL Zamba joined him in advocating for direct payment for their creative output. However, GNL Zamba acknowledged the repercussions of this stance, acknowledging that certain media outlets linked to these websites ceased to play his music and excluded him from award nominations.