Genge legend Mejja Okwonkwo is facing allegations of plagiarism after an underground artist named Xstate claimed the veteran rapper stole the chorus for his latest hit, \u201cSiaka.\u201d The song, a high-profile collaboration between Mejja and Ugandan star Fik Fameica, has come under fire after a video went viral showing Xstate comparing the new track to his own 2022 release of the same name.<\/p>\n
In the viral clip, Xstate plays both choruses side-by-side, highlighting what he describes as a “striking and undeniable” similarity. The artist claims that Mejja didn’t just take inspiration from the track but lifted the hook entirely without making any creative adjustments.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cYou\u2019ve played us,\u201d Xstate lamented in the video. \u201cWe released this track in 2022. If you listen closely, the chorus is ours. This year, this man decided to do his thing\u2014he didn’t even twist anything. He took our chorus and made his hit with it.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
The “78th View” Theory<\/h3>\n
Adding a layer of irony to the accusation, Xstate pointed out the massive disparity in their digital reach. He revealed that their original 2022 song had struggled to gain traction, sitting at a meager 77 views for years.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cFour years, 78 views\u2014it\u2019s no joke. We tried,\u201d Xstate said. \u201cIn fact, it was at 77 views until Mejja viewed it, making it 78, and then he robbed us.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
A Cry for Help from the Underground<\/h3>\n
Xstate used the platform to call out the broader trend of established stars allegedly exploiting the work of rising, independent artists who lack the resources to defend their intellectual property. He urged industry watchdogs and fans to intervene, stating that the “wanton theft” is demoralizing the underground scene.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cEnyewe, they are eating us up… help us, because they are really playing us,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Silence from the “Okwonkwo” Camp<\/h3>\n
As of Sunday, April 19, 2026, Mejja has not yet issued an official response to the allegations. The Genge star is known for his storytelling and unique hooks, but this accusation joins a growing list of conversations in the Kenyan music industry regarding copyright, sampling, and the protection of “underground” creativity against the influence of mainstream heavyweights.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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