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Mbogi Genje talk about the misconceptions of being gangsters

Mbogi Genje. Photo: Courtesy.

Gengetone, otherwise known as odi pop, has been in existence for a long time now and has always had unique rhyme schemes constructed on an African rhythm base. The songs have since then brought only good vibes and African dance rhythm to many Kenyans especially among the youth. With time many other young artistes started making more music under the particular genre and eventually it got a name in the industry among other great genres.

In this new generation, however, the artistes in this genre have come up with a totally non-traditional approach to the music genre that has left a permanent mark. The genre being spearheaded by Kenyan youth, most of whom are pursuing their careers as music groups opposed to solo careers, is expected to have lyrics which bring to light what most young people fancy.

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