Anguka Nayo Music Video With Over 8M Views Taken Down From Youtube

In an unexpected turn of events, the vibrant and widely popular music video for “Anguka Nayo” by Kenyan rap duo Wadagliz has been removed from YouTube, leaving fans and observers puzzled over the reasons behind this action.

“Anguka Nayo,” which translates to “Fall with it” in Swahili, had become more than just a catchy tune; it had morphed into an anthem for Kenya’s Gen Z during the significant anti-government protests in 2024.

Its beats were borrowed from DJ Creme’s ‘Kufa Juu’.

Speaking during a recent interview, the group acknowledged that the song was compiled from cuts of their low-budget video shoot.

The song, rich with infectious beats and dance moves, saw its music video amass over 8 million views, becoming a cultural phenomenon and a symbol of political activism.

Posts on X (formerly Twitter) from various users noted the video’s abrupt disappearance sparking a wave of speculation and concern across social media platforms.

The reasons for the video’s removal from YouTube remain unclear. While some speculate it might be due to copyright issues or content violations, there’s no official statement from either Wadagliz or YouTube to confirm these theories. The song, originally crafted as a party anthem, had inadvertently gained a political dimension, potentially drawing attention from various quarters, including governmental bodies or even copyright holders if elements like the beat or video content were contested.

The “Anguka Nayo” video’s virality was not just limited to entertainment; it was a soundtrack to significant social change, capturing the spirit of Kenyan youth demanding better governance. Its removal could be seen as a significant moment in Kenyan cultural history, considering its role in recent political activism.

Music enthusiasts and activists alike have expressed their disappointment and confusion online. The song had not only provided a backdrop for dance challenges but also for protests, with its lyrics and rhythm fueling the drive for transparency and accountability in Kenyan governance.

The absence of “Anguka Nayo” on YouTube has also prompted discussions on the broader implications for freedom of expression and the role of music in activism.

Wadagliz, consisting of Kantel Mdagliz and MannaZ, have yet to comment publicly on the situation. Their silence adds to the mystery, although the duo has previously expressed their aim was to create music that unites and uplifts the Kenyan spirit.

Wadagliz, are part of a new wave of Kenyan urban music known as Arbantone that has grown immensely popular in the country over the past year. The genre is defined by its heavy sampling of classic Dancehall and Kenyan Genge hits. Arbantone is especially popular among young Kenyans, many of whom have been out on the streets in recent weeks.