A Pass and producer Kaboo have found themselves at the center of an online debate after music fans began comparing their song Miracles to M83‘s hit Midnight City.
The discussion gained momentum on X after user @emiriatjames1 defended Kaboo, arguing that the Swiss-Ugandan producer’s creative process had been documented in several videos showing him building the beat from scratch rather than copying another record.
The post quickly divided opinion.
Some users argued that even if a sample had been used, sampling is a common practice in modern music, provided the necessary clearances are obtained.
Others insisted that similar melodies or production styles do not automatically prove that one song sampled another.
Kaboo’s supporters also pointed to his well-known production process, saying he often creates music by recording and manipulating original sounds instead of relying on existing recordings.
The producer has previously spoken about drawing inspiration from everyday sounds, instruments, and his surroundings while blending Ugandan musical influences with contemporary production techniques.
As the debate continues, neither A Pass nor Kaboo has publicly addressed the comparisons to Midnight City.
People are claiming @kabootweet sampled that track for the ‘Miracles ft @IamApass’ beat, but we watched 100 videos of him making the sound from scratch. Frustrating!!💔 pic.twitter.com/GsOb8UdS4e
— 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗘¹ (@emiriatjames1) July 9, 2026