This Kenyan hip hop trio, comprised of Scar Mkadinali, Sewersydaa, and Domani Munga, has been making waves in the underground music scene since their formation in 2003.
Their unique sound and raw lyrics have attracted a loyal following of fans who appreciate their authenticity and relatable experiences.
These loyal Wakadinali fans are called Rong Rende which is in Sheng. This translates to “Bad Group”.
The trio hails from the Eastlands area of Nairobi, a region known for producing some of the most talented hip hop artistes in Kenya. Scar Mkadinali, Sewersydaa and Domani Munga grew up together and started making music as a way to express their life experiences and struggles.
They quickly gained recognition for their raw and honest lyrics, which tackled issues such as poverty, crime, and the daily struggles faced by youth in their community.
Their songs and punchy lyrics earned them a loyal following from almost every other Eastlands estates holistically. Even though they are originally from Umoja estate in Nairobi, they speak for a lot of Eastlands estates and it has been accepted by fans all over the country.
Despite facing numerous challenges, including lack of financial support and limited exposure, and lack of mainstream media pushing their content, Wakadinali persevered and continued to produce music that resonated with their fans. They instead decided to use the power of social media to push their music to their fans and it worked.
Right now, there’s no rap artistes who has a huge loyal fanbase who are as supportive as Rong Rende.
Rong Rende made Wakadinali what it is today. Rong Rende goes hard for Wakdinali and everything they stand for.
They released their debut studio album, ‘Ndani Ya Cockpit’ in 2018, which showcased their unique sound and storytelling abilities. The album was well received by their fans and critics alike, cementing their position as one of the most promising acts in Kenyan hip hop.
Wakadinali’s success is a testament to the power of genuine fan love and grassroots support. They didn’t look forward to mainstream media radio stations and Television programs to play their music because they are as authentic, real, raw as they can get.
For artistes to get played on mainstream media, they need to play the part, they need to conform and do stuff needed from them before they get to played on your favorite radio stations and television programs. Well, Wakadinali decided to instead, reach out to their fans directly and it seems it’s one of the best decisions they’ve ever made thus far in their music career.
They have built a loyal fan base through their relatable lyrics and authentic storytelling, which has allowed them to bypass the traditional gatekeepers of the music industry. Their success has inspired many other underground artistes in Kenya and beyond, showing that with dedication and hard work, anything is possible.
Wakadinali is a music force and household name
In recent years, the Kenyan music scene has experienced a resurgence, with many underground artistes gaining recognition and success. Wakadinali has been at the forefront of this movement, inspiring others with their unique sound and relatable lyrics.
They have also been vocal about the challenges faced by underground artistes in Kenya, including lack of financial support, limited exposure, and difficulty breaking into the mainstream music industry.
Despite these challenges, Wakadinali remains committed to their craft, producing music that speaks to their experiences and resonates with their fans. They have collaborated with other underground artistes in Kenya, including Boutross and Nvirii the Storyteller, helping to create a vibrant and supportive community of musicians.
Wakadinali’s music is a reflection of their experiences growing up in Eastlands, Nairobi. Their lyrics tackle issues such as poverty, crime, and the daily struggles faced by youth in their community.
By sharing their experiences through music, Wakadinali has become a voice for their community, shining a light on the challenges faced by many young people in Kenya.
Their music has also resonated with fans outside of Kenya, with many international fans praising their unique sound and raw lyrics.
Wakadinali has performed at several music festivals across Africa, including the Nyege Nyege Festival in Uganda and the DoaDoa Festival in Uganda.
Despite their success, Wakadinali remains humble and focused on their music. They continue to produce music that speaks to their experiences and resonates with their fans, while also inspiring other underground artistes in Kenya and beyond.
Their commitment to their craft and their community has made them one of the most exciting acts in Kenyan hip hop today.
Just as much as Wakadinali is a brand as an outfit, each artiste in the clique is as established as the brand they represent is.
Sewersydaa alias Man A Driller, Scar alias Mountain Mover/ Mr. Riz Mangwai, and Domani Munga alias Doshman Mwizi are successful as solo artistes as well.
Wakadinali is proof that real genuine fan love can take an artist far without the need for mainstream push.
Their unique sound and raw lyrics have resonated with their fans and allowed them to build a loyal following that continues to grow. As they continue to make music and inspire others, we can only expect to see more success from this talented duo.
