Singer Mishy Releases Emotional Rendition Honouring Gen Zs Killed in 2024 Protests
- Mishy came up with a tearjerking rendition of a patriotic song, raising awareness on the issues that have plagued Kenya since the June 25, 2024, protests
- Her lyrics painted a heartbreaking picture of lives lost during the protests as she listed the names of victims of police brutality
- She boldly called out police violence and emotionally appealed to leaders, sparking intense emotion online
- In an exclusive interview, TUKO.co.ke learned that the song was a prefix and was aimed at shedding light on the systemic injustices plaguing the country
Kenyan musician Mishy has deeply moved the nation after releasing an emotional musical rendition in honour of Gen Z protesters who lost their lives during the 2024 demonstrations.
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What is the song Wimbo wa Vijana about?
The powerful piece, which reimagines an old patriotic Kenyan song, strikes a painful but necessary chord as Mishy reflects on the systemic injustices that have plagued the country since the tragic events of last year.
In the first line of the song, she starts with an appeal, singing:
"Wimbo huu wa kizazi cha vijana, watu wote mnaombwa msikize kwa makini," urging all Kenyans to listen closely to the voices of the youth.
Mishy painfully recites the names of those who died, such as Rex Kanyike, explaining the violent encounters some of them faced, including being assaulted or fatally shot while peacefully protesting.
Additionally, she references the most recent case of alleged police brutality involving X blogger Albert Ojwang.
Ojwang's case sparked public uproar as he died under mysterious circumstances while in police custody.
Mishy then brings to attention the horrifying incident that followed.
During protests demanding justice for Ojwang, a mask hawker named Boniface Kariuki was shot in the head at close range by an officer.
With a heartfelt cry, she sings:
"Wooi wooiii, vijana tunataka polisi wawajibike," demanding accountability from the police.
In the final verses, Mishy pleads with national leaders to pay attention to the voices of the young generation, declaring:
"Tumechoka na machozi na damu."
Her emotional delivery, raw lyrics, and powerful voice have struck a nerve with Kenyans across the country.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with TUKO.co.ke, she confirmed that the song was indeed a refix and shared whys he chose to release it.
"This song is meant to honour those who we lost when fighting for what they they believed was right and they did do within the frameworks of the constitution. It is also a way to raise awareness to all the systemic injustices that are plaguing this country, from police brutality to tone deaf leaders," she explained.
Watch the video below:
Here are some social media reactions to the song:
@gracenjugunamusic:
"Please Lord remember mercy 😭😭😭😭😭😭..is only you hope to God... God we need you."
@AnnMakau-c2r:
"God please,may you intervene and heal our country Kenya."
@Therealtalkhubtv:
"So painful 😢 may our fallen heroes keep resting in peace."
@AaronWanjala:
"So emotional this song."
@FriendsInAudiobooks:
"This song will take you very Far. It will go viral❤ Timely."
Wanda Jescah:
"Mishy Ex Lebanon congratulations mama."
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Did protestors march to Central Police Station on June 25?
In other news, chaos broke out outside the Central Police Station, as it became one of the main scenes of the day’s protests.
Videos seen by TUKO.co.ke show a large group of protestors gathered at the gate, singing and shouting their demands.
As the crowd grew, police appeared outnumbered and fired tear gas to push them back.
This caused panic, and people ran in all directions as smoke filled the air.
Was Babu Owino at the protests?
TUKO.co.ke also reported that Embakasi East MP Babu Owino showed up at the June 25 demonstrations.
Babu's arrival in the CBD sparked excitement among the crowd, who lifted him in the air, chanting his name.
This came hours after he had expressed support for the Gen Zs who would turn up to protest.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
