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Sauti Sol’s ‘Lil Mama’ Is Kenya’s Most Streamed Song On Spotify In 2023.
Spotify has unwrapped its annual review, offering insights into the musical preferences of Kenyan listeners for 2023.
The top streamed Kenyan songs showcase a vibrant mix, with Sauti Sol’s ‘Lil Mama,’ Bien’s ‘Inauma,’ and the collaboration ‘My Baby’ with Ayra Starr, along with Wakadinali’s hits ‘Sikutambui’ and ‘Mc Mca,’ and the sensational ‘Angela’ by Boutross claiming spots.
In a notable triumph, Kenyan hip-hop sensation Wakadinali seized the spotlight as the most streamed artist in Kenya. The top 10 streamed Kenyan artists list reflects a rich diversity, featuring acclaimed afro-pop band Sauti Sol, Sol Generation stars like Bensoul and Nviiri, and the talents of Nyashinski, Buruklyn Boyz, and Lil Maina. The exclusive female representative on this list is ‘Ex’ hitmaker Nikita Kering.
Drake, maintaining his reign for the third consecutive year, emerges as the overall top streamed artist, dominating the 18-34 age group and standing out as the most searched artist on Spotify in Kenya.
Diving into the top streamed tracks, Afro beats take center stage, with Darassa and Bien’s collaboration ‘No Body’ being the sole exception in sixth place. Reflecting on Kenyans’ musical tastes, the top genres include rap, pop, afro beats, hip-hop, and R&B.
Phiona Okumu, Spotify SSA’s Head of Music, expressed excitement about the exponential growth of the Kenyan music scene since the last Wrapped. She highlighted the significance of having a Kenyan artist in the top streamed list, emphasizing Spotify’s commitment to amplifying homegrown talent on global stages.
Top Streamed Kenyan Artists:
- Wakadinali
- Sauti Sol
- Bien
- Bensoul
- Nyashinski
- Nviiri The Storyteller
- BURUKLYN BOYZ
- Otile Brown
- Nikita Kering
- Lil Maina
Top Streamed Kenyan Songs:
- Sauti Sol – Lil Mama
- Bien – Inauma
- Bien, DJ Edu – Too Easy
- Nikita Kering – Last Name
- Fully Focus, Bien – Dimension
- Bien – My Baby (feat. Ayra Starr)
- Wakadinali – Mc Mca
- Boutross – Angela
- Wakadinali – Sikutambui
- Bensoul – Navutishwa feat. Bien
American rapper Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame as it completes its final journey before the Paris Games’ opening ceremony on Friday, (26.07.2024).
The torch will pass through the vibrant streets of Saint-Denis, a diverse northern suburb of Paris that houses the Olympic Stadium and Aquatics Centre.
Joining Snoop Dogg as torchbearers in Saint-Denis will be renowned French actor Laetitia Casta, celebrated French rapper MC Solaar, and retired Ukrainian pole-vaulter Sergey Bubka.
The Olympic flame has been on a two-month tour across France. On Friday morning, it will pass through the athletes’ village, which spans Saint-Denis and neighbouring Saint-Ouen, before making its way to the Olympic Stadium and the Aquatics Centre just a few kilometres away.
Rihanna is so “proud” of Fenty’s partnership with the Olympics.
The 36-year-old singer and beauty mogul has inked a deal with the Olympic and Paralympic Games, which will make Fenty a “premium partner”.
She wrote on Instagram: “tried to tell yall….we outside all 2024!!! PROUD to announce that @FentyBeauty is a premium partner of the Olympic AND Paralympic Games baby!!! #FentyxParis2024.”
The Paris Olympics will begin on Friday, July 26, and run until August 11. The Paralympics will follow on Wednesday, August 28 until Sunday, September 8.
According to ELLE US, volunteers will receive makeup kits so they can create a “designated look” using Fenty Beauty products.
600 volunteers, ranging in ages from 18 to 21, will receive kits and tutorials on how to do their makeup and Fenty will have make-up artists on site to match foundation to skin tones.
Products in the makeup kit will include the Eaze Drop’Lit All-Over Glow Enhancer, the Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint, Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer, and the Invisimatte Instant Setting and Blotting Powder.
The 2024 Paris Olympics will begin competitions on Wednesday, July 24, ahead of the Opening Ceremony on July 26.
Opening Ceremony
The Opening Ceremony will take place on July 26 and It will be the first Olympic Opening Ceremony held outside a stadium, with about 10,500 athletes parading through Paris on boats along the Seine.
Shujaa, Kenya’s national rugby sevens team, will be the first Kenyan team in action at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Here’s what you need to know and how you can catch them in action at the Stade de France.
Schedule and Matches
– Wednesday, July 24
– Argentina vs Kenya (5 pm Kenyan time)
– The Argentines, who topped last season’s World Sevens Series standings, will provide a significant challenge for Kenya, who played in the second-tier Challenger Series in 2024. Historically, Argentina has had the upper hand, but Shujaa must win to avoid early elimination.
– Australia vs Samoa (8 pm Kenyan time)
– Australia finished fourth in the World Series, making this another tough match. A positive result here could boost their confidence for the final group game.
What Else to Know
The rugby sevens ranking matches and finals will take place on July 27. Per International Olympic Committee rules, no medals are awarded and no athletes are eliminated before the opening ceremony.
Where to Watch
You can watch the matches live on SuperSport TV and KBC
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