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Ian Kibe: My parents feared for my safety in Nairobi streets

Atlanta-raised Kenyan artiste Ian Kibe. (Courtesy)

Atlanta-raised Kenyan artiste Ian Kibe isn't just another musician. His music leans more on people empowerment and consciousness aiming to break free from mental limitations placed upon people of colour.

"I make music that is meant to empower you and break the mental shackles that have been placed on us as melanated people. I bring truth to your consciousness. I dream of a world before we were oppressed and I will do anything possible to make that happen," he says.

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