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The music video, directed by @Bron.co.lab, reimagines the traditional Maltese folk anti-hero Ġaħan as a symbol of national disillusionment, and the visuals are just as intense as the lyrics.

From the get-go, the message is crystal clear. The video opens with a roundtable scene where two men in pig masks play a game of Monopoly—a not-so-subtle jab at Malta’s political elite.

The visual metaphor continues with Kill The Action and Funky Monkey representing the red and blue sides of Malta’s political duopoly, while DJ Mac takes on the role of a referee.

Meanwhile, Myles, symbolising the Maltese public, drags a door on a string behind him—a cheeky nod to the classic tale ‘Ġaħan u l-Bieb’, where the titular fool takes instructions a bit too literally.

It’s a lyrical rollercoaster tackling everything from unchecked urban development to the alarming ease with which controversial projects on ODZ (Outside Development Zone) land get the green light.

The chorus, “ĊAP ĊAP, ĠAĦAN”, is a mocking applause—one that suggests the Maltese public, despite being consistently let down, continues to clap along to the same tired political tune.

It’s a clear message: It’s time for the public to wake up, stop being complacent, and push for real change. The final refrain, “Le, x’qed tibża? m’hawnx wirdien…” (No, why are you afraid? There aren’t any cockroaches), is the ultimate rallying cry, urging the public to stop being passive and start taking action.

Long story short, whether you agree with the message or not, Ġaħan is a reminder that the fool lives in all of us—unless we decide to do something about it.