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Scar Mkadinali reveals the last time he was on a “nganya”

Posted on by Ozymandias

Scar Mkadinali has stirred online conversation after revealing that the last time he used a matatu was in 2021, a statement many have linked to his growth in the music industry.

A Statement on Progress

The remark came in response to claims questioning his success, with the rapper pushing back against suggestions that he is struggling. In defending his position, he pointed to changes in his lifestyle, noting that he has not relied on public transport for several years.

“Last time I used a matatu was in 2021,” he said, in a comment that quickly gained traction on social media.

Fans have since interpreted the statement as a sign of financial progress, especially within Kenya’s competitive hip-hop scene, where personal milestones are often seen as indicators of success.

Mixed Reactions Online

The comment has sparked varied reactions, highlighting differing perspectives on success and relatability. While some social media users embraced the idea of moving away from public transport, others expressed attachment to everyday experiences like matatu rides.

“Kupanda mat is exciting ata niomoke aje I will still board it just for experience,” one user wrote.
“Tunapenda hawa boyz… lakini hii bangi ya hadharani,” another commented.
“This time not matatu for sure meehn,” a different user added.

A Familiar Conversation

Scar Mkadinali’s remarks echo a similar conversation sparked in 2023 by Kenyan businesswoman Anerlisa Muigai, who also spoke about her limited experience with matatu travel.

At the time, Anerlisa revealed that she had only boarded a matatu once, at the age of 19, describing it as both her first and last experience.

“Last time I boarded a matatu I was 19 na niliibiwa. It was my first time and last,” she said.

She recounted that the incident happened while she was out with a friend during her younger years, adding that the experience discouraged her from ever using public transport again.

Ongoing Debate

The discussion continues to reflect broader conversations around lifestyle, success, and relatability, particularly for public figures. While some view moving away from matatu travel as a sign of progress, others see it as a reminder of everyday experiences that remain part of Kenyan culture.

All roads lead to 1824: Scar Mkadinali set for Solo Cameo Performance

Posted on by Ozymandias

The Kenyan entertainment scene wasn’t ready for the seemingly overnight rise of Kenyan rap trio, Wakadinali who took the stage by storm with their witty wordplay and intricately woven narratives of their experiences growing up in the seedier parts of Nairobi City.

Among the trio’s ranks to be counted, was an amazing lyricist known as Scar Mkadinali whose verses are often the catchiest and often most quoted of any of his contemporaries.

Scar Mkadinali is set for his first performance as a solo artist, and this could shake the landscape of the Kenyan entertainment scene.

Normally rocking the mic as one-third of the Wakadinali duo, he is looking to step out on his own to leave his mark in Kenyan hip-hop.

His latest foray into working as a solo rapper was when he collaborated with Bien on the latter’s track Lifestyle and he showed his versatility, blending seamlessly with Bien’s silky vocals and style on an RnB song. Scar has numerous solo projects working with the likes of Wangechi, Lil Maina, Steph Kapella and Khaligraph Jones.

In 2022, Rapper Khaligraph Jones officially crowned Scar Mkadinali as the best lyricist in Kenya, as far as the hip-hop scene is concerned.

Scar will be performing at 1824 on the 11th of January and we are all wondering whether this will mark an earth-shattering declaration…

Is he going solo? That’s the question on everyone’s lips but it is a question that will go begging until he hits the stage and rocks his fans.

What about the rest of Wakadinali? Are they aware? Will they be in the house to support their own? Or is there some unspoken tension surrounding Scar’s stab at a solo performance?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Is Wakadinali Kenya’s most underrated rap group?

Posted on by David Kingsley

If you are a fan of Kenyan hip hop, like myself, I am sure you’ve heard of Wakadinali. It’s a rap group that is made up of Domani Munga, Scar Mkadinali and Sewersydaa.

These chaps who hail from Nairobi’s Eastlands Estate are behind hits such as; Morio Anzenza, Clean Sheet, Nipeleke Na Rada, Mrenga, Moja Safi, Eastlando, High Noon, The Wrong Cypher, Hawatapenda, just to name a few.

Wakadinali

Wakadinali make good music. They are all really talented and as you listen to any of their jams, you get to appreciate their sheer creativity.

They not only have a dope flow and punchlines, some of the verses in their songs will leave you scratching your head as you try to make sense of what they really meant.

Lately, Wakadinali have been making music that focuses on issues that affect the society like crime, drug abuse, lack of unity among the youth and what not.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

Wakadinali is so good that sometime in 2018 they received praise from none other than veteran record producer Ted Josiah who likened them to Mau Mau and K-Shaka.

He went on to add that the trio had so much potential and gave them props for not demeaning women through their music.

You know it is a very big deal when someone like Tedd Josiah says you are talented since he has worked with some of the biggest names not only in Kenya, but across Africa.

Other than the fact that they are really talented, Wakadinali has also been consistent over the years and that is why I don’t understand why they are still underrated.

Few Kenyans know about them and the reason I find this surprising is because most of us chose to glorify mediocre rappers who have basic rhymes. Let me put it this way, it’s about time we started appreciating real talent.

Watch Wakadinali’s latest single Mihadarati below.

Wakadinali drop sick bars in latest release ‘Lockdown’ (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Wakadinali, a Kenyan rap group that is made up of Domani Munga, Scar Mkadinali and Sewersydaa, has released a  new track and it’s totally worth your time.

Also read: Is Wakadinali Kenya’s most underrated rap group?

The jam dubbed Lockdown has been getting good airplay on local radio stations since it was released a few days ago and to be honest, we are also feeling it.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

Initially, I thought Wakadinali’s latest single is about the partial lock-down that Kenya is currently facing because of the increasing Coronavirus cases but I later discovered that it has little or nothing to do with that.

Although I love this track I must say that I’m one of the people who is really upset that Scar is conspicuously missing, I wonder why he was not featured because it would have been way better if he had dropped a verse.

That said, Lockdown is still a dope jam because Domani Munga and Sewersydaa put their best effort into it. I’ve been listening to it on repeat since it came out and I still can’t get enough of it.

Of course, I was so impressed by Domani Munga, I mean who isn’t? He is a legend is a legend in his own right, I can’t even compare him with any other local rapper.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

His flow is so dope and the moment you start listening to him, you won’t feel like stopping. His ability to play around with words is something else.

Sewersydaa didn’t disappoint either. He also has an impeccable flow and to add to that, his rhymes aren’t predictable as is the case with most Kenyan rappers.

The beat on this jam is on point ladies and gentlemen. Other than the fact that it’s catchy, it also blends well with the flow of the rappers.

Listen to Lockdown below and tell us what you think.

Wakadinali call out societal vices in new single ‘Mihadarati’ (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Wakadinali is back with a new jam and  it’s a big tune. The group that is made up of Domani Munga, Scar Mkadinali and Sewersydaa have nailed it in their latest release dubbed Mihadarati.

Also read: Wakadinali drop sick bars in fresh single ‘Clean Sheet’ (Video)

As you can already tell, maybe you can’t, this track is about drug abuse and the effects that it has on the society – the different societal vices that it leads to such as crime, rape, road accidents and what have you.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

This jam is like Stivo Simple Boy’s Mihadarati because they talk about the same subject which is drug and substance abuse and its effects on those who take/consume them.

This track is really dope. Other than the powerful message that it carries, I know after listening to it you’ll agree with me that it also packs a lot of creativity.

For instance, the hook by Domani Munga is totally dope and so is his verse. It’s the kind of verses that will have your hand stuck on the replay button for a very long time. No kidding.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

It was good to see Sewersydaa back on this jam. I had kind of missed seeing him on Wakadinali’s songs and he killed his verse to as you would expect. Other than the impeccable flow, he also has great punchlines.

You know after listening to the sick verses on this jam, I fail to understand why Wakadinali is so underrated because they have some mad talent. Anyway, that is a story for another day, isn’t it?

The beat on Mihadarati is so sick. I don’t know what word I can use to describe it best but it works. To add to that, it blends well with the flow of the artists.

The other thing that I loved is of course the video. It’s such a unique concept where the rappers are having mugshots as they rap. I don’t know but you should really watch it.

Watch Mihadarati below and tell us what you think. Kudos to Wakadinali.

 

Wakadinali’s ‘Kuna Siku Youths Wataungana’ is a masterpiece (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Wakadinali, who are probably the most underrated hip hop group in Kenya, have dropped a new jam and if was you, I would definitely check it out.

Also read: Why it’s important for musicians to have many haters

The song dubbed Kuna Siku Youths Wataungana which means there will come a day when the youth will unite is all about how the youth in this country are divided so maybe one day they will come together.

It also talks about how life on the streets are tough and tells people to be hopeful that one day things will the change and they will be able to do the things they can’t do at the moment.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

The song also talks of vices such as prostitution, crime, drug abuse while discouraging young people to avoid them at all costs.

Kuna Siku Youths Wataungana is the best song that I have heard in a while. Other than the powerful message that it carries, it also has some sick punchlines which is something that you would expect in a Wakadinali jam.

Of course, I was totally impressed by Domani Munga, I mean who isn’t? He is a legend is a legend in his own right, I can’t even compare him with any other local rapper.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

His flow is dope and the moment you start listening to him, you will not feel like stopping. His ability to play around with words is something else.

As you know, Scar Mkadinali is on his own level. He had some impeccable punchlines in this jam, the kid that makes you rewind his part while you try to make sense of it all.

The hook was also on point and catchy. I don’t know about you, but I found myself sing along to it. The video concept was also out of this world and you have to see it ti believe. Big up to Wakadinali for this masterpiece.

Listen to Kuna Siku Youths Wataungana below and tell us what you think.

 

Wakadinali drop sick bars in fresh single ‘Clean Sheet’ (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

If you are a fan of Kenyan Hip Hop then I’m sure you have heard of Wakadinali. If you don’t have a clue who they are then you must be living under a rock or are listening to the wrong stuff. Which is which? You tell me.

Als read: Wakadinali’s latest released dubbed ‘The Rong Cypher’ is pure flames (Video)

Anyway, Wakadinali is a rap group that is made up of; Scar, Domani Munga and Sewersydaa. They are famed for hits Morio Anzenza, Mrenga, The Rong Cypher, Ulikuwa Wapi and whatnot.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

Does this ring a bell? Well, if it does then you would be pleased to know that they have a new jam and it’s getting a lot of love from their fans.

As is the case with most of of their jams, their latest song titled Clean Sheet narrates how life is difficult in the ghetto, how they engage in a cat and mouse game with police officers, drug addiction etc.

This jam is totally awesome. I have listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time, I play it it’s as if I am hearing it for the very first time. Yup, it’s that good.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

The lyrical prowess and flow of the rappers i.e. Scar, Domani Munga and Sewersydaa unmatched. To add to that, this song has some lines that will leave you scratching your head as you try to make sense of it all.

My favorite line from this jam is of course the part where Domani Munga says, “Sisi na masanse hucheza rock, paper scissors, hawakushinganki with a girl ubebe drinks na mzinga.” I don’t know why, I just love it.

In as much as I love this jam, I must say that I wasn’t really feeling the beat because it was not blending well with the flow of the rappers but then again that’s just me.

Listen to Clean Sheet below and tell us what you think. Enjoy!

Boutross has linked up with Wakadinali and Mastar VK on Omoka and it’s too dope (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Boutross Munene, who is easily one of the best new-age rappers in the country, has dropped a new jam with Mastar VK and Wakadinali.

Also read: Artist Spotlight: Boutross, young rapper who is changing the game

The song titled Omoka is without a doubt one of the best jams from 2019. I have listened to it a couple of times since it was released and I still can’t get enough of it.

If you like old school Kenyan Hip Hop or if you are a fan of Shrap (new school), then you should make time to listen to this jam because it blends the two so beautifully. There is no word that describes how good the outcome is.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

As you would expect, the lyricism on this song is really on point. Some of the verses will make you scratch your head as you try to understand what the person said.

If I had to pick one person form the four artists who are featured on this jam i.e. Boutross Munene, Scar Mkadianali, Mastar VK and Domani Munga, I would totally go for Boutross.

Boutross Munene
Boutross Munene

I’m not saying the rest are whack but I really loved his verse. You could have a different opinion but that’s mine and you should respect it. Lol. I’m a huge fan 0f the fan of the guy, you can’t even blame me.

Generally speaking, this jam is a masterpiece. Most people, including yours truly, are just waiting for them to give us the video.

Listen to Omoka below and tell us what you think.

Wakadinali’s latest released dubbed ‘The Rong Cypher’ is pure flames (Video)

Posted on by David Kingsley

Wakadinali, a rap group that is made up of Scar, Domani Munga and Sewersydaa, has dropped a new cypher and we are really feeling it. No, like really!

The track dubbed The Rong Cypher reaffirms the popular notion that the trio are among the best hip hop heads that Kenya has ever had. Put simply, it’s a masterpiece.

As you listen to the jam, you will not only appreciate the ingenuity of the group that is also known as Rong Rende but also their storytelling skills which incorporates nuanced imagery.

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

Believe you me, this track will leave you scratching your head as you try to understand what the rappers meant when they said certain things, you’ll wonder if they have a deeper meaning but then again maybe it’s just me.

Scar and Domani are so dope that every line on this has a punchline. Look at it like this, if you wanted to quote a line that impressed you, you would have such a difficult time.

Of course, you’ll love the part where Scar says, “Siwezi pigia binadamu magoti, mi si Chris Darlin,” or “Mimi ndo ule mtoto alipewa wembe akaisharpen,” or “Nilimarry rap ndo maana inashinda ikimiscarry.”

Or where the part where Domani says, “Hawanoni na wako lunch 24/7 kaa thong,” “Paranoia ndio utamu wa bangi,” or “Tuko East na ati tunashikisha kuliko Meru mzima,” or “Mi hushi kwa jungle George atanyuria.”

Wakadinali
Wakadinali

Like I said, it’s hard to single out punchlines in this jam because every verse will make you think hard. Honestly, I am glad to be alive to witness the reinvention of Kenyan hip hop.

After listening to this greatness, I can only hope that we will see The Rong Cypher 2, 3, 4 etc. because let’s be honest, this stuff is pure flames!

Watch The Rong Cypher below and tell us what you think.