Chinese association fears ‘further harm’ after unrest, ‘Chiney’ music video

See below the full release from the Chinese Association of Guyana: 

The Chinese Association of Guyana takes note of an upload of a music video, titled ‘Chiney’, that is trending on social media. After reviewing the video, the Chinese Association wishes to express its concern for the content and portrayal of the music video, especially at the current time, just following widespread unrest which resulted in the robberies of Chinese-owned business establishments nationwide.

The Chinese Association of Guyana also notes the public statement by the producer of the music video, which included the following clarification:

1. That the music video is created as a work of artistic expression and does not intend to promote violence or encourage crime against the Chinese community.

2. That although the video was only uploaded in recent hours following the widespread unrest, the video is not a new piece of work, and the video has been trending since January 2025.

3. That the producer of the video stands against forms of discrimination and criminal behaviour.

The Chinese Association of Guyana notes and appreciates artistic expressions of all kinds, but urges artists to use better discretion in considering the impact of their works, especially if it involves the security of real human lives. The Association hopes that future works by any artist will use better judgment when constructing the content of their work and, in this case, the contextual timing in which they are released.

At the time of this release, many persons in the Chinese community are attending to injuries and loss, some of which are life-threatening and life-altering for the victims and their families. The Chinese Association is concerned that some interpretations of this music video may lead to further harm.

Finally, the Chinese Association wishes to note, with understanding, the developments which led to the recent unrest involving the pursuit of justice. Our community stands with the pursuit of social justice in Guyana and mourns with the families of Adrianna Young. However, we categorically condemn the resultant acts of crime and robberies, which are misguided and misdirected, resulting in harm to countless innocent persons in not only the Chinese community but also the wider community across Guyana.

The Chinese Association of Guyana remains committed to opportunities to cooperate and contribute to the development of Guyana for a bright future shared by all.