February 2023 saw an impressive line-up of new Kenyan music releases, showcasing the diversity and richness of the country’s contemporary music scene. Among the notable artists that contributed to the top Kenyan songs released in February 2023 were Idd Aziz, Khaligraph Jones, Shekinah Karen, Breeder LW, Fancy Fingers, Karun, Wakadinali and several others.
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Idd Aziz, known for his unique blend of traditional and contemporary music, partnered with Anrey to release a new single titled “Gongo.” The track features his signature vocal style and Afro-fusion instrumentation that reflect his Swahili roots. Shekinah Karen, on the other hand, dropped “Kwetu,” a catchy tune that also features Mbogi Genje and Silas Jay.
The duo of Breeder LW, the formidable rapper from Nairobi, and Mc Rayan the DJ released “PAKE,” a hip-hop track that delves into the search for money. Meanwhile, Fancy Fingers and Karun unveiled “One In a Million” a soulful Afrosoul track that fuses electronic and Afrobeat elements.
Overall, February 2023 was a month that showcased the full diversity of Kenya’s musical landscape and the vibrant contemporary music scene. Click on any song to skip to that section:
You can listen to the full playlist on Spotify or on YouTube.
Top 20 Kenyan Songs Released in February 2023:
- Cheki Looku by Maovete, Kamaa Kalamashaka, Kitu Sewer, Msito and Nyawira Alison
- Drip Drip by Congo Man and Fathermoh
- No Nginya by Egeme and Sofiya Nzau
- Kwetu by Silas Jay, Mbogi Genje and Shekinah Karen
- Zaddy by Keemlyf and Aladdin the beast
- Shot ya Whisky by Rekles
- This is For You by Whizbi Music
- Juu ya Makemikal by Sir Bwoy
- Denda Juolga by Apesi
- Kamweretho – Coflo Deep Remix by Tina Ardor, Atmos Blaq, Hendrick Sam and Coflo
- Pake by Mc Rayan the Dj and Breeder LW
- Gongo by Anrey and Idd Aziz
- afterlife by let me you, L.A. Rochelle and Papa
- One in a Million by Fancy Fingers and Karun
- dawa by Wanja Wohoro and Junior Nyong’o
- Kwame by Khaligraph Jones and Harmonize
- Balo Balo by Mudra D Viral and Trio Mio
- My Baby by Bien and Ayra Starr
- Rizz by Wakadinali, Katapilla and Khaligraph Jones
- Isn’t Love by M. Rumbi and Elani Boshoff
1. Cheki Looku by Maovete, Kamaa Kalamashaka, Kitu Sewer, Msito and Nyawira Alison
2. Drip Drip by Congo Man and Fathermoh
3. No Nginya by Egeme and Sofiya Nzau
4. Kwetu by Silas Jay, Mbogi Genje and Shekinah Karen
5. Zaddy by Keemlyf and Aladdin the beast
6. Shot ya Whisky by Rekles
7. This is For You by Whizbi Music
8. Juu ya Makemikal by Sir Bwoy
9. Denda Juolga by Apesi
10. Kamweretho – Coflo Deep Remix by Tina Ardor, Atmos Blaq, Hendrick Sam and Coflo
11. Pake by Mc Rayan the Dj and Breeder LW
12. Gongo by Anrey and Idd Aziz
13. afterlife by let me you, L.A. Rochelle and Papa
14. One in a Million by Fancy Fingers and Karun
15. dawa by Wanja Wohoro and Junior Nyong’o
16. Kwame by Khaligraph Jones and Harmonize
17. Balo Balo by Mudra D Viral and Trio Mio
18. My Baby by Bien and Ayra Starr
19. Rizz by Wakadinali, Katapilla and Khaligraph Jones
20. Isn’t Love by M. Rumbi and Elani Boshoff
Wakilisha Staff
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