The most popular Kenyan songs are those sung in vernacular. Luhya, Luo, Kikuyu and Kamba languages boast of some of the greatest records in this category. This un-ordered article lists some of the most popular Luhya songs.
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Steve Kay –“Mbe Omukhasi”
Loosely translated to mean “Give me my wife, “Mbe Omukhasi” is a Luhya wedding song. -
Steve Kay –“Ochukha Busie”
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Steve Kay -“Bayudah”
Coined from the biblical story of Judas Iscariot, the song advocates for an urgent need for Luhya Unity. -
Wanjala Okumu -“Kutalang’i”
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Samuel Namatete –“Endika”
The song revolves around a man who eloped with another mans wife. -
David Barasa of Juakali Band – “My Dear”
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Wanyonyi Khatundi –“Euyo”
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Sukuma Bin Ongaro –“Jirani Kuno”
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Amos Barasa -“Bindu Bichenjanga”
Pronounced as “vindu vichenjanga”, the song loosely means “things change” and gained popularity during 2017 Kenyan presidential campaigns.
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Kamang’u by Steve Kay
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