Tanzanian rapper Nay Wa Mitego clarifies controversial song dissing Kenya
Renowned Tanzanian singer Emmanuel Elibarick, popularly known as Nay Wa Mitego, has responded to the controversy surrounding his latest release, “Wapi Huko.”
The rapper took the opportunity to address Kenyans who speculated that the song was a diss against them, offering clarification on the intended message.
In “Wapi Huko,” Nay Wa Mitego takes on various societal issues, shedding light on his recent visit to a country he cryptically refers to as ‘abroad.’
The song paints a vivid picture of this unidentified nation, describing it as an expensive place where food comes at a high cost, yet alcohol remains relatively cheap.
The artist addresses the issue of daytime blackouts, disrupting the daily lives of the working population.
Delving into the Kenyan music scene, Nay Wa Mitego voices his concerns, lamenting the perceived lack of seriousness among many musicians until prompted by fan criticism.
Economic struggles are also highlighted in the song, with the artiste suggesting that in the country, he refers to, sex appears more affordable than basic sustenance.
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Nay Wa Mitego touches on the unemployment crisis among educated individuals, emphasising that learned people are left jobless, loitering without meaningful employment.
Expressing concern about the moral standards of young women, he asserts that many engage in relationships with older men for financial gain, hinting at transactional dynamics.
In the song’s final verse, Nay Wa Mitego appears to defend comedian Eric Omondi, portraying him as the only artist actively advocating for the well-being of Kenyans.
He implies that, in this unnamed country, artistes are generally aligned with the government, except for one who faces police scrutiny for speaking up on behalf of the citizens.
Responding to the speculation and reactions, Nay Wa Mitego clarified that he did not mention the name of any specific country in the song.
Taking to social media, he urged fans from Kenya, Tanzania, and Congo to share their perspectives, and noting that the song was not exclusively about Kenya.
“I have not mentioned any name in my new song, but our neighbouring friends from Kenya have taken the song and said it is them I’m singing about because of the current affairs in their country,” Nay Wa Mitego stated. “I have also seen Tanzanians are also saying I sang the song for them as it relates to them.”
The artist concluded by expressing gratitude for the diverse interpretations and discussions sparked by the song, stating, “Through this song, we are getting so many answers about our two countries and their leaders.”