The Kenyan music scene is once again buzzing with tension as a "long-simmering rivalry between celebrated artists Otile Brown and Bien-Aimé Baraza of Sauti Sol has erupted into a fresh public spat." While the initial drama unfolded between the two musical heavyweights, a new voice has now entered the fray, adding a powerful commentary on the nature of stardom.
The latest exchange began with a "seemingly subtle, yet pointed, social media post from Bien." Following the news of the departure of Mumbi Maina, Otile Brown’s longtime manager, Bien took to his Instagram to share a line from his popular track, “All My Enemies Are Suffering.” This move was "widely interpreted by fans and observers as a cryptic jab at Otile Brown," reigniting the deep-seated animosity between the two artists.
However, the conversation has now evolved beyond the original two parties, with rapper Casspool weighing in on the public spat. Along with "KRG The Don," Casspool is one of the celebrities who have "spoken publicly about the guys." His message to Bien was both direct and critical: “Bien apunguze kiburi hajafika bado!” In a bold statement, Casspool not only criticized Bien's perceived pride but also took a definitive stance on the rivalry, claiming that "Otile Brown is the King of Kenyan music industry."
