Pathy Palila Muota, known professionally as Pson or Pson Zubaboy, is a Congolese singer and songwriter born on April 21, 1990, in Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Based in Lubumbashi, Pson has been making waves in the music scene since 2017. His music style blends traditional Congolese rumba with afrobeats and urban sounds. Pson's influences include the late Papa Wemba and British R&B singer Craig David.
Pson's music career began to take shape in 2017 with the release of several singles that gained him recognition. He co-founded the record label Zubaboy Music, which has been instrumental in shaping his unique sound. Pson's music often features a mix of Congolese rhythms, Jersey club, and afrobeats, with lyrics sung in lingala, swahili, and English. His goal was to connect Lubumbashi to the Kinshasa music scene, according to Deeds Magazine.
Over the years, Pson has collaborated with several notable artists. In February 2022, he released his EP "Anaconda," which was well-received by fans. He also collaborated with Innoss'B on the remix of "Vanessa" in April 2023 and released the music video for "Cava" in September 2023. Pson's first album, "Classik," solidified his position in the Congolese urban music scene.
In 2024 and 2025, Pson continued to release new music, including the "Zaza remix" with Gaz Mawete in December 2024 and the single "Sukali" in July 2025. He also featured on the remix of Samarino's "Cadeau de Noël" alongside Gally. These releases demonstrated Pson's ability to experiment with different sounds and collaborate with artists from various genres.
On November 6, 2026, Pson released his EP "Forgiveness," a 10-track project that features six collaborations with international artists, including Gally Garvey, Ya Levis, Sam Opoku, Kojo Blak, Not3s, and Jey Brownie. The EP blends Congolese rumba, afrobeats, and urban sounds, showcasing Pson's versatility as an artist. A release party was held on November 1, 2026, and a listening session took place in Kinshasa on November 2.
The release of "Forgiveness" has generated significant buzz in the music industry, with several events planned in Lubumbashi, Kinshasa, and Paris. According to Urban FM, fans can expect more exciting projects from Pson in the future. The EP has been well-received by fans and critics alike, with many praising Pson's unique sound and collaborations.
Pson's "Forgiveness" EP is a testament to his hard work and dedication to his craft. With a career spanning over five years, Pson has established himself as a talented and innovative artist in the Congolese music scene. His ability to blend traditional and urban sounds has earned him a loyal fan base, and his collaborations with international artists have helped to expand his reach.
Key points
- Pson's EP "Forgiveness" features 10 tracks with six collaborations with international artists.
- Pson's music style blends traditional Congolese rumba with afrobeats and urban sounds.
- Pson was born on April 21, 1990, in Kalemie, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
