What is pass the dutchie about?

"Pass the Dutchie" is a reggae song by British group Musical Youth, released in 1982. The song was initially titled "Pass the Kouchie", which referred to a Jamaican pipe used for smoking marijuana. However, the group changed the title to "Pass the Dutchie" to avoid promoting drug use.

The song was a hit in the UK and reached number one on the charts in several countries. It features lyrics about passing a "Dutchie" (a cooking pot used in Jamaica) around a group of friends, symbolizing the practice of sharing and helping each other.

"Pass the Dutchie" has since been covered by numerous artists and has become a popular party song. It is considered a classic example of early-80s reggae music and has been credited with introducing many people to the reggae genre.