Otile Brown Defends Putting On Silver Teeth And Using English Lyrics Against Online Critics

Kenyan R&B sensation Jacob Obunga, popularly known as Otile Brown, has fired back at critics targeting his fashion choices and linguistic versatility. In a candid message shared on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, the “Chaguo La Moyo” hitmaker expressed frustration over followers who judge his artistry based on surface-level appearances and creative decisions.

Otile argued that a real fan should make an effort to understand his personality and core values, rather than just passively consuming his tracks.

“I always say, you as a fan, at some point if you do not have the slightest idea of who I am and what I stand for as a person, then you are only listening to my music and not hearing me.” — Otile Brown

“It’s Just Youthful Style”: Addressing the Silver Teeth

The singer directly addressed the online uproar regarding his dental grills, questioning why a simple aesthetic choice has caused such intense public friction.

He clarified that experimenting with his look is an extension of his love for fashion:

• The Defense: “Hii ni ujana tu na urembo hapa na pale (This is just youthfulness and a bit of style here and there).”

• The Motive: “I like styling; I like trying good things sometimes,” he stated, dismissing the harsh judgments.

Driven by Melodies, Not English “Beef”

Beyond his wardrobe, Otile confronted critics who slam him whenever he drops bars in English. He expressed confusion over why sections of his audience hold a grudge against the language, especially given his massive, proven catalog of Swahili hits.

“You sing in English and someone insults you harshly. What beef do you guys have with English? Out of all these songs I have sung for you, you are still testing my ability to sing in Kiswahili?”

Music is Art, Not a Sport

Otile urged his audience to show more grace and stop viewing the creative industry as a toxic competition. He explained his songwriting process is organic:

• Melodic Flow: He explained that the melody itself dictates the language. “Mimi sijiamulii. Mambo ni muziki ndio inaniendesha (I don’t just decide; the music drives me). There are some melodies that simply won’t fit in Kiswahili.”

• Pure Artistry: The singer concluded by reaffirming that his stylistic pivots are born out of pure artistic inspiration rather than a desperate need to prove his worth to internet cynics.