Popular gospel artiste Ben Githae was “handsomely rewarded” by President Uhuru Kenyatta for the ‘UhuruRuto Tano Tena’ song in favour of Jubilee government in the last general elections.
Although it is unknown how much he made from the song, the singer said if his visit to State House was anything to go by, then he made no mistake.
Done in Swahili, the song focused on the Head of State’s development record, touching on various projects, among them the Standard Gauge Railway, roads and free maternity.
However, with the rising economic times Kenyans on social media have resulted to create funny memes online saying those who come across him and his note book , they should ake away the book.
Kenyans have been quick to create humor online in subject to the ongoing trends in the country .
Ben githea posted addressing Kigomo, Joel , James , Bishop JJ asking ” who disappeared with my book ,i have been searching for it two days without success .Even though the song is in my heart but when you find it bring it back”
Githae also said his affiliation to Jubilee was his democratic right and he shouldn’t be vilified.
I hope huyu si yule wa Ben Githae … the other time aliimba tano tena ona sasa tufunzwe blue economy tuu lakiniii
— ?? Mary Dantelico (@tomboycertified) November 1, 2018
Upon the release of his song, Githae received a lot of backlash from the public, with many finding fault with the artiste for taking a political stand and other saying that he is no longer doing gospel songs..
The song in praise of President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto was focusing on their development record, touching on various projects, among them the Standard Gauge Railway, roads and free maternity. However, a section of Kenyans accused him of selling his soul and prioritizing money over the gospel.
Ningependa kujua kama Ben Githae anakula ile mkate Full alisema atakula. He produced a Song that will go down to History as the Most unfortunate songs ever. ?
— BRAVIN™ (@ItsBravin) September 20, 2018
A section of churches labelled Githae a divisive figure whose song did not bring out the values of the institution.
“I strongly believe that Kenya is a democratic state and everyone is entitled to support who they want. he said
“I see no reason for anyone to seek to crucify me for openly voicing my opinion on my preferred candidates,” he said.
Interestingly, this is not the first time the artiste has expressed support for President Uhuru and his deputy William Ruto.
HEROES
Helen Nkaiserry- losing husband.
Jacky Maribe- sleeping with Itumbi
Dennis Itumbi,Robert Alai-Booty lickers
Ben Githae-being used by god to sing Uhuruto tano tena
Teresia Wairimu – prophesying & praying for a jubilee win
Githeri man-Taking our attention from ballot theft— C.M.E. (@NyarMaragoli) December 12, 2017
In 2011, when the duo were facing charges at the International Criminal Court, Githae used his hit song ‘Mabataro Makwa’, to show solidarity with UhuRuto.
Joseph Onyango Ochieng’, popularly known as Onyi Jalamo, also went viral for his released NASA Tibim song, he had no idea that it would receive such massive airplay and become the official Opposition song.
The song is a remix of an earlier version, Dan Oria Tena, in support of a local politician vying for a county assembly seat in Nairobi. In the remix, he added other Opposition leaders.
Tibim has transformed Jalamo from a struggling small club artiste to a much-sought-after performer.
Kenyans will kill me one day