‘Baffins 98’ Amplifies Gen-Z’s Voice of Rebellion Through the Song ‘Our Voice, New Nepal’

The Pokhara-based musical group ‘Baffins 98’ has released a new song titled ‘Our Voice: New Nepal,’ capturing the movement and rebellion of the Gen-Z generation. The song vividly portrays the street protests and suppression of youth on Bhadra 23, 2082 BS (September 8, 2025). It focuses on core issues such as corruption, freedom of expression, and youth voices opposing censorship on social media.

This music video attempts to bring to life the powerful voices and street struggles raised by youth across the country on Bhadra 23, 2082 BS, demanding change. After the government ignored citizens’ grievances, the spontaneous uprising of Gen-Z was met with authoritarian repression, indiscriminate firing, and tragic consequences with dozens of youth killed or injured — a poignant reality reflected throughout the song.

Sung and penned by Sanjiv Gurung, this song urges the youth to return to their homeland and dedicate themselves to nation-building. The group has previously released dozens of timeless patriotic and socially conscious songs such as ‘Hamro Desh Nepal,’ ‘Ma Mare Pani,’ ‘Rundai Cha Karnali Bhumi,’ ‘Jaba Ghamko Pahilo Jhulka,’ and ‘Barbari Aansu.’ Once again, through musical expression, the band clearly emphasizes the inevitability of national transformation.

The music video showcases the youthful energy of the Gen-Z movement, the spirit of unity articulated by the artists, and compelling depictions of the labor and lifestyles of common Nepalis from the Himalayas, hills, and Terai regions. The band’s bassist, Jeevan Bhai, composed the visuals featuring scenes from across Nepal. ‘Our Voice: New Nepal’ is more than a musical presentation; the band states it is a heartfelt tribute to the immortal martyrs, wounded youth, and their families from the Gen-Z movement.