Honiara, Solomon Islands — Three of the Solomon Islands’ most prominent musicians, Jaro Local, Jahboy and Bibao have spoken out against a disturbing trend targeting female artists with AI-generated explicit content, threats, and online harassment.
In powerful statements released recently on social media, the artists condemned the exploitation and rallied for community, government, and police action to protect women in the music industry.
Jaro Local, an award winning singer/song writer known for his influence across the Pacific, called on leaders and fans alike to take responsibility: “Being a public figure or an artist doesn’t make someone fair game. It makes them even more deserving of our respect and protection. From the heart of our islands, these women, our sisters, our storytellers, our culture deserve more than silence or excuses.”
Internationally acclaimed reggae fusion artist Jahboy, whose music has reached millions globally, echoed the call, describing the harassment as abuse: “This is not entertainment, it is abuse, and it stops now! These women are artists, storytellers, and daughters of our nation. What you are doing is cowardly, cruel, and harmful, and we will not stay silent.”
Meanwhile, Bibao, a music artist and finalist in the Pacific Break 2024, said the attacks represent more than just online abuse: “Some of our female artists are being targeted with AI-generated explicit content, threats, and harassing messages. This isn’t just a breach of safety, it’s a violation of dignity and respect. We refuse to let them be silenced.”
All three musicians issued a united plea to authorities to act, asking: if male artists were targeted in the same way, would the response be different? They urged police, government, and community leaders to safeguard female creators and to ensure justice is pursued.
The artists also appealed directly to their fans across the Pacific and beyond: stop sharing harmful content, and instead use online platforms to uplift and protect women in music.
“Music has always been our strength, a way to unite, to heal, to tell our stories,” Jahboy said. “Let’s use that power now to stand together, to protect our sisters, and to show that respect will always be stronger than hate.”
Together, Bibao, Jahboy, and Jaro Local have made it clear: the Solomon Islands music industry will not tolerate harassment or exploitation of its women. Their collective voices stand as a powerful reminder that unity, respect, and solidarity are the true rhythm of the islands.
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