2023 Kenyan Artists To Look Out For & Their Songs
The Kenyan music market has expanded outside the country’s borders due to the industry’s rapid expansion and change. Outstanding musicians, some of whom have been in the business for a long time, and others are up-and-coming performers who recently had their breakthrough, have contributed to the revolution.
When it comes to music, just a select few artists will create giant waves in the coming months as 2023 gets started. By looking at the projects they pushed out last year, the awards they received, and their track record of success, you can identify which musicians will be huge in 2023. Below is a list of the top ten musicians you need to watch this year.
Lexsil
Despite being the new kid on the block, Lexsil has been developing musically. The most streamed Kenyan song on Spotify in 2022, a year in which Lexsil and Otile also managed to secure a collaboration with Rayvanny, was their joint single “Bounce” with Otile. But, in 2023, Lexsil can only raise the bar.
Lexsil Songs
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Lexsil ft Tayron Kwidans Bounce ( Official French Version Lyrics)
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Lexsil ft Jovial - Don't Give Up (starring Tyler Mbaya & Georgina Njenga) (Sms Skiza 7302921 to 811)
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Lexsil X Otile Brown - Tonight (official Music Video)(Sms Skiza 7302920 to 811)
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Lexsil Ft Liya & Lira - Away (Official Music Audio) (Sms Skiza 7302923 to 811)
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Lexsil - Your Body (official Music Audio) (Sms Skiza 7302919 to 811)
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Lexsil ft Jovial - Don't Give Up (official Music Audio)(Sms Skiza 7302921 to 811)
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Lexsil ft Nadia Mukami - Everybody (official Music Audio) (Sms Skiza 7302922 to 811)
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Lexsil X Otile Brown - Tonight (official Music Audio) (Sms Skiza 7302920 to 811)
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Lexsil X Rayvanny - By Your Side (Official Music Video) Sms Skiza 7302840 to 811
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29 January 2023
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Lexsil Ft Phina - Let Me Love You (Official Music Video) Sms Skiza 7300402 to 811
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Lexsil x Rayvanny - Bounce Remix (Official Tiktok Compilation Video)
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Bounce - Lexsil X Otile Brown (Official Lyric Video)
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Lexsil - This Love (Official Music Video) Sms Skiza 7302769 to 811
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Lexsil - This Love (Official Audio + Lyrics) sms skiza 7302769 to 811
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Lexsil X Jovial - Marry You (Official Music Video) Sms Skiza 7918079 To 811
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Lexsil - Nobody ( Official Visualiser )
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Lexsil - Your Love (Official Music Video) Sms Skiza 7916530 To 811
Willy Paul
In terms of music, Willy Paul significantly pushed himself in 2022. In late November last year, he released the hit song “You,” which featured Nigerian artist Guchi. Paul also delivered a number of blunt messages to his fellow musicians last year, urging them to put more effort into their craft rather than pursuing fame.
Following his success the previous year, Willy Paul updated his rate card to reflect that he was now asking Ksh1.5 million for outdoor concerts, Ksh600,000 for club performances, and an astounding Ksh30 million to be a brand ambassador. If the event organizers can give Willy Paul the money he asks for, he will only be inspired to work even more in 2023.
Willy Paul Songs
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Willy Paul Lit Kamba Night Live. Energetic Performance!
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Willy Paul - Original ( Official Video )
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Narok 2023 2nd September - Willy Paul - Appearance
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Willy Paul - Tulia ( Bebi Shak ) ( Official Video )
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Willy Paul Live In Meru
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Fans Love Willy Paul, See This!!
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King Just Being a king!
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Willy Paul - Kanyagaa ( Lyric Video )
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Willy Paul Live Last Night
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Willy Paul Left The Girls Asking For More Total Shut Down
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Willy Paul x Miss P - POPO (Official Video)
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Willy Paul & Nandy - Bembeleze (Official Music Video)
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28 February 2023
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Tik Tok challenges of the biggest song in Africa right now part 1 You Willy Paul ft Guchi
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OPPO Reno8 T x Willy Paul x Nadia Mukami x Nameless - ( Official AD )
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Willy Paul - Umeme ( Official Video )
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Throw back.... Willy Paul live
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Willy Paul Live in Concert 2023 -1st Jan - The Love Is Too Much ❤️❤️
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Willy Paul Ft Guchi - YOU - ( Official Video )
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OPPO Reno8 series x Willy Paul x Sarah Hassan ( Official TVC video )
Nadia Mukami
The best female vocalist in Kenya is undoubtedly Nadia Mukami, who has several popular songs to her credit, including “Jipe,” “Tesa,” and “Maombi,” among others. After giving birth to her first kid on MarcMarch 2422, Mukami was obligated to be a mother for most of 2022. Last year, the young mother had to combine parenthood and her music career, but now that her child is older, she will have more time to devote to it. You should update your playlists because it will be a smash once Nadia releases a new song.
Nadia Mukami Songs
Femi One
Femi One accomplished a lot in 2022, and if she keeps the fire going, she will likely do even more in 2023. Femi One was one of Kenya’s most in-demand artists in 2022, playing at important political gatherings and official state events. However, winning the Afrimma Award for Best Rapper in Africa was Femi One’s most significant accomplishment in 2022. Her successes fuel her determination to do even more in 2023.
Femi One Songs
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FEMI ONE - UNDER THE INFLUENCE (OFFICIAL VIDEO) FEAT NYASHINSKI
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ONE FOR ONE FOUNDATION - MENSTRUAL SUMMIT 2023 IN LAIKIPIA COUNTY
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FEMI ONE - SUSPECT (OFFICIAL VIDEO) FEAT KATAPILLA
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FEMI ONE - RAHISI (OFFICIAL ANIMATED VIDEO) FEAT TRIO MIO
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FEMI ONE - 17B (OFFICIAL AUDIO) SEND SKIZA 6981434 TO 811
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FEMI ONE - RAHISI (OFFICAIL AUDIO) Ft TRIO MIO - SEND SKIZA 6981435 TO 811
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FEMI ONE - STAKI (OFFICIAL AUDIO) FT DOMANI MUNGA - SEND SKIZA 6981430 TO 811
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FEMI ONE - EXCUSE MY FRENCH (OFFICIAL AUDIO)
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FEMI ONE - SUSPECT (OFFICAIL AUDIO) FT KATAPILLA - SEND SKIZA 6981436 TO 811
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FEMI ONE - HESHMA (OFFICIAL AUDIO)
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FEMI ONE - KULIA KUSHOTO (OFFICIAL AUDIO) SEND SKIZA 6981431 TO 811
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FEMI ONE - DO PIA (OFFICIAL AUDIO) SEND SKIZA 6981432 TO 811
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FEMI ONE - QUEEN'S SPEECH (OFFICIAL AUDIO) FT SHANTY BOBO
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FEMI ONE LAUNCHES THE ONE FOR ONE FOUNDATION
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FEMI ONE - STAKI (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO) FEAT DOMANI MKADINALI - SEND '' SKIZA 6980549 '' TO 811
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FEMI ONE - PEWA (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
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FEMI ONE - HESHIMA (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)
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FEMI ONE - LIP SERVICE (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO ) FEAT WANGECHI
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FEMI ONE - BOSS LADY (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
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FEMI ONE - ROAD TO GREATNESS (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
Otile Brown
Otile Brown did a lot in 2022, and because he “saw the light” during his US tour, he can only do even more in 2023. In a month-long music tour, Otile performed across the US in various towns and stated the previous year. The first musician from Kenya to reach one million YouTube subscribers is currently Otile Brown. Otile Brown now ranks among the most prominent African musicians in the music business thanks to the one million subscribers. Otile is undoubtedly anticipating a better future in 2023, especially now that he is aware that singing in English is one of the strategies for breaking into the global market.
Otile Brown Songs
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Otile Brown x Atan - Confession (Official Video)
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Otile Brown x Nadia Mukami - My Sugar (Official Lyric Video)
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Otile Brown x Nadia Mukami - My Sugar (Official Music Video)
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#mysugar x @NadiaMukami 30th June
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Otile Brown - Sunina (Official Music Video)
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Otile Brown - Malipo (Official Music Video)
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OTILE BROWN - MALIPO (OFFICIAL LYRICS VIDEO)
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Otile Brown X Ruby - ONE CALL (Official Video)
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Otile Brown x Vivian Ke - Do It (Official Video )
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Otile Brown - Terminator (Official Video)
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Otile Brown x The Ben - KOLO KOLO (Official Video)
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Otile Brown - By My Side (Official Audio)
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Otile Brown X iLogos - Hatima (Official Audio)
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Otile Brown x Vivian Kenya - Do it (official Audio)
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Otile Brown - CELEBRATION ( Official Music Video)
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BETTER DAYS - MY LIFE/ SIO SIZE YAKO [FREESTYLE]
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I need you - Otile Brown [Official Video]
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MAMA - Otile Brown (official lyrics video)
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Otile Brown - Aye (Marry Me) (official Music Video)
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Otile Brown - Run Up (official Music Video) sms skiza 7301993 to 811
Nyashinski
Nyashinski is the kind of musician who can go on a 10-year break from making music, but when he returns, he releases song after smash and takes over the charts. He has the talent to rival artists like Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Diamond Platnumz, and others, but he is not pushing himself. The same year, with Nigeria’s Davido and Wizkid, South Africa’s Nasty C and Babes Wodumo, and Angola’s C4 Pedro, Nyashinski was nominated for an MTV Europe Music Award in the category of Best African Act. In 2023, Nyashinski can achieve success comparable to Grammy nominations if only he can develop a much better work ethic.
Nyashinski Songs
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Nyashinski - Perfect Design (Official Music Video)
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Nyashinski - Moment Of Bliss (Official Visualizer)
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Nyashinski - Good To Me (Official Music Video)
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Nyashinski - Beautiful (Official Audio)
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NYASHINSKI - TUNNEL VISION (Official Audio)
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NYASHINSKI - KABLA TUDIE (Official Audio)
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NYASHINSKI - NIGHT SCHOOL (Official Audio)
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NYASHINSKI - SHOWMAN (Official Music Video)
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NYASHINSKI - BIRTHDAY SURPRISE
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NYASHINSKI PRESENTS SHIN CITY
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Nyashinski - Properly ft Femi One (Official Music Video)
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NYASHINSKI - TOP FORM (Official Audio)
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NYASHINSKI - GOALS (Official Audio)
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Nyashinski - Hapo Tu ft Chris Kaiga (Official Music Video)
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Nyashinski - Serious (Official Music Video)
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Nyashinski and Senator Sakaja Johnson on Career, Life and Leadership - Part 2
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Nyashinski and Senator Sakaja Johnson on Career, Life, and Leadership - Part 1
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Nyashinski - Wach Wach (Official Audio)
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Nyashinski - Traveler (Official Audio)
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Nyashinski - Too Much (Official Audio)
Sauti Sol
Sauti Sol as a collective wasn’t particularly active in 2022, but they will undoubtedly succeed in 2023. The quartet announced in October 2021 that they would be disbanding the band to concentrate on their solo endeavors, with each member releasing a solo album beginning in December 2021. After a year-long break, Sauti Sol announced their return in November 2022. Now that Sauti Sol is back together as a group in 2023, you can only anticipate them to release bangers.
Sauti Sol Songs
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MELANIN is our biggest jam in the US 🇺🇸 to-date! If u are in NYC, ATL, Dallas, Seattle, see you soon
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Back on the road next Month. Tickets now on sale www.linktr.ee/sautisolusatour
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Savara - Reggae Ya Kinyozi [Remix] Official Music Video
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Savara Rehearsing Kuna Kuna
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Savara at Blankets and Wine
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Savara Performs ANXIETY at Drip Fest
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Savara Beng Beng Drumming Session 🤩
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Come Together Concert - 9th Edition- Bien Live Performance
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Sauti Sol - Lil Mama (Official Audio)
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Fancy Fingers Ft India Arie - Follow
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Savara OktobaFest Perfromance Aftermovie
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Bien - Inauma (Official Music Video)
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Savara - Reggae ya Kinyozi Live Performance (Savage Level Experience)
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Sauti Sol feat Wakadinali & Buruklyn Boyz - Tujiangalie Remix
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Savara - Omanyala ft Khaligraph Jones, Maandy & Trio Mio
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Sauti Sol feat Nviiri the Storyteller & Bensoul - Tano Tena
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Sauti Sol feat Brandy Maina & Maandy - Girls on Top
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Bien - Inauma (Official Audio)
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Sauti Sol feat Khaligraph Jones - In my Head
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SAVARA - Balance Live Performance (Savage Level Experience)
Fathermoh
The Gengetone musician was among the major highlights of 2022 in the Kenyan music scene. Most of the songs he produced or worked on became successful singles. However, his wildly popular “Dai Dai” song effectively shut down the entire business. On the other hand, he significantly contributed to the popularity of the song “Kuna Kuna,” which was perhaps one of the year’s best songs. The youngster’s fans are already excited to see what he has for them. Some fans are also curious whether Fathermoh will continue to market himself as an independent artist or whether he will join the musical group Mbuzi Gang.
Fathermoh Songs
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"Baikoko" by Mbuzi Gang blowing Up🔥🔥🔥#trending #viral #youtubeshorts #baikoko
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Iphoolish Verse on "Baikoko" by Mbuzi Gang blowing Up🔥🔥🔥#trending #viral #youtubeshorts #baikoko
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"Baikoko" by Mbuzi Gang blowing Up🔥🔥🔥#trending #viral #youtubeshorts #baikoko
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"Baikoko" by Mbuzi Gang blowing Up🔥🔥🔥#trending #viral #youtubeshorts #baikoko
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"Baikoko" by Mbuzi Gang blowing Up🔥🔥🔥#trending #viral #youtubeshorts #baikoko
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"Baikoko" by Mbuzi Gang blowing Up🔥🔥🔥#trending #viral #youtubeshorts #baikoko
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Baikoko" by Mbuzi Gang blowing Up🔥🔥🔥#trending #viral #youtubeshorts #baikoko
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
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"Naskwambii Pole" by Iphoolish ft. Fathermoh & Harry Craze | Naskwambii Pole Challenge
King Kaka
The head of Kaka Empire is the first artist from Kenya to publish a music album in 2023. On JanuJanuary 1e seasoned rapper formally launched his 6th studio album, titled 2nd Life. There are 17 songs on the gospel album, including two singles and 15 group efforts. It has received a positive response from music enthusiasts. King Kaka’s fans are interested to see if he will keep up the pace throughout year after year got off to a strong start.
King Kaka Songs
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KING KAKA - LEO FT. PREZZO & PASCAL TOKODI (OFFICIAL VIDEO)
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KING KAKA - MI NA WEH FT. RUGURU (Lyric Video)
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KING KAKA - NUTCASE (Lyric Video)
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KING KAKA - 'MAPENZI YAKO' (Live Perfomance at THE COLISEUM)
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KING KAKA - 'SINEMA' (Live Perfomance at THE COLISEUM)
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KING KAKA, FEMI ONE , JADI - 'BLESS MY WAY' (Live Perfomance at THE COLISEUM)
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FEMI ONE - 'ADONAI' (Live Perfomance at THE COLISEUM)
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KING KAKA - EXPLAIN (Official Video)
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'KAMTUPE' - THE OFFICIAL MOVIE (Starring: Femi One, Stanley Obienji, Vincent Otieno, Kelvin Musili)
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KING KAKA - 'ASANTE' (Live Perfomance at THE COLISEUM)
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KING KAKA - 'UMENIBARIKI' (Live Perfomance at THE COLISEUM)
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KING KAKA - 'NAIROBI' (Live Perfomance at THE COLISEUM)
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KING KAKA - MUNGU BABA FT. KANAMBO DEDE (Official Video)
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*811*406# KING KAKA FT. JOVIAL - CHUM (Official Music Video)
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KING KAKA - BESHTE YANGU (Lyric Video)
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KING KAKA - BESHTE YANGU (Official Music Video)
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KING KAKA - NAIROBI FT. HALISI THE BAND (Official Music Video)
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KING KAKA - ULIKOTOKA FT. MASAUTI (Official Video)
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KING KAKA - NITUME FT. PHYLLIS MBUTHIA (OFFICIAL VIDEO) SMS ‘SKIZA 6981471’ TO 811
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KING KAKA - NAKIMBILIA KWAKO FT. SOLOMON MKUBWA (Official Video) Skiza Dial *860*416#
Nikita Kering
For the past two years, the R&B star has had a prosperous career with an increasing trajectory. She debuted internationally with the song “Ex” in 2021, and as a result, she was named the most outstanding female artist from East Africa. Furthermore, she made an impression on the international music scene in 2022 with her album “The Other Side.” With her stunning performance, she distinguished herself as one of the best African performers to grace the BBC’s 1Xtra Afrobeats program. In 2023, Nikita Kering aspires to continue expanding her fame as a global musician.
Nikita Kering Songs
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African Queen- Nikita Kering’, Fave, Msaki (Queen Charlotte)
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Nikita Kering' - Save Me (Visualizer)
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Nikita Kering' - Love Outside (Visualizer)
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Nikita Kering' - Get Through (Visualizer)
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Nikita Kering' - Falling Down (Visualizer)
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Nikita Kering' - Unrelatable (Visualizer)
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Nikita Kering' Explains "On Yah" Music Video & BTS
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Nikita Kering' - On Yah (Intro / Visualizer)
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Nikita Kering' - On Yah (Intro)
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Nikita Kering' - Last Name (Visualizer)
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Nikita Kering' - Last Name (Lyric Video) (Official Audio)
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Nikita Kering' - Forget (Intro) (Official Audio)
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Nikita Kering' - Never Let You Go (Acoustic) (Official Audio)
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Nikita Kering' - Better Than Ever (Official Audio)
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Nikita Kering' - Crossing Lines (Official Music Video)
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Nikita Kering' - Ex (Official Music Video)
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Nikita Kering - Better Than Ever (Official Music Video)
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Nikita Kering' - Where You Been (Official Audio)
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Nikita Kering' - Never Let You Go (Official Music Video)
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Nikita Kering' - Happy With You