Malawi’s music industry was shaken when Blantyre-based artist Baxxy accused renowned musician Phyzix of plagiarizing his song “SUPASTA.” Baxxy claimed that Phyzix’s track “Superstar,” featuring Ace Jizzy, Bee Jay, K Banton, and Chizmo Njuchi, replicated his hook “word for word” and mirrored the overall concept. Taking to Twitter, Baxxy expressed his frustration, highlighting that despite the similarities, the issue seemed overlooked by many.
The controversy ignited a heated debate on social media, with numerous supporters backing Baxxy’s claims and emphasizing the need for stricter copyright enforcement in Malawi’s music industry. In response, Phyzix declined to comment, while Chizmo suggested that Baxxy should have addressed his concerns privately before making them public. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges artists face regarding intellectual property rights and originality within the Malawian music scene.
