Even Kimya punched hunger in the face

Many artistes and celebrities in general have been in the front line on the war against hunger in Africa. Here in Kenya we have witnessed most of our celebrities take part in activities with this agenda, the most active being Jimmy Gait. We have to acknowledge all these efforts despite the fact that we still have a long way to go in winning this fight.

Last year around September, Kimya Miyaki rolled up his sleeves and joined the fight. Doing what he does best, he delivered his cries for the people through hard Urban Hip Hop. In Swahili, Kimya expresses his view on the ignorant politicians that live well while many more die of hunger each day, on the song ‘maliza njaa’ off the album ‘A moment of Silence’. Yes, it’s the same old cry, but wait till you hear the beat and the flow that comes with it. It captures you on a whole different level.

The song completely took me over immediately when Kimya shuts the door and the beat kicks off. The movie like theme of the video and Kimya rapping directly to the camera takes the message straight to the attention of the viewer. The expression on his face clearly states that this ain’t no laughing matter. A serious issue at hand that needs attention. Through the streets of Nairobi, rap walks through.

I’ve said it before and I will say it again, Hip Hop is here. It was never dead or gone. This is
Hip Hop. Check it out.