- President William Ruto used the Sipangwingwi song a lot during the presidential campaign, and even released a remix
- Exray's song translates to 'don't plan for me', and he used it to describe his opponents
- Therefore, Kenyans were surprised when Ruto questioned the importance of the song in society
In Kenya, songs have proven to be important in presidential campaigns.
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Ruto what did he say about the hit Sipangwingwi?
For example, Gidi Gidi's Unbwogable and Maji Maji played an important role in raising him Mwai Kibaki the post of president.
President William Ruto chose Sipangwingwi through Exray, and they even recorded a remix.
“We have become good friends. We talk, and I have his phone number,” The Gengetone artiste previously spoke about his relationship with Ruto.
Exray revealed that he was paid more than KSh 1 million for the remix but refused to reveal the exact amount.
However, Ruto has changed his position.
Speaking on Friday, November 22, during a graduation ceremony at the National Defense University, Ruto criticized the lyrics of the song.
“These days you hear life is mine, deal with yours. Where does that leave family, society, religion, tradition, and culture?” he asked, questioning the role of such songs in nurturing a responsible society.
Kenyans were surprised by his remarks and commented:
s.muli_:
“You can't eat your cake and still have it. Sipangwingwi is the song that brought him to power in 2022.”
joan__c__:
“Wait, what?”
wayne_rafy_:
“Why did he change his position after winning the campaign?”
teensgram_.254:
“An own goal.”
oh.itspablo:
“Finish your semester and go home.”
rulieey_:
“You're dealing with the song instead of the bigger issues.”
Griffinstery:
“Dude, wasn't that his campaign song?”
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