Kenyan music icon Nazizi has released a new single titled “Gai Fafa” produced by the late Hilton Mwakio, also known as ‘Herbalist’.
“Gai Fafa” is a feel-good anthem about letting go of life’s burdens and choosing to celebrate.
Nazizi considers this release both a gift to her fans and a tribute to a cherished friend.
“This one is for the fans who have held me down for 25 years, especially during my recent time of grief,” Nazizi said. “I can’t express how much your DMs, messages and encouragement have meant to me. I needed to say thank you in the only way I know how, through music. And it’s also for Hilton. He loved this song so much and kept pushing me to release it. This one’s for him too.”
The music video was shot in Arusha, Tanzania by director Okey, with the dancers (Purple Dancers Crew) choreographed by Chiki and Kevo from The Dance Shagz (Kenya).
The track was first performed live at Blankets & Wine in December 2024, where she asked the crowd if it should be released. Their roaring response gave her the green light.
Known as the First Lady of Kenyan reggae and hip hop, Nazizi taps into joy and liberation in the new release.
“It’s all about releasing the stress, dancing your heart out and allowing yourself to feel good, even if just for a moment. This is my first-ever dance-based video and I am excited to see the dance challenges that come out of it.”
“Gai Fafa” is a heartfelt standalone release.
Nazizi is working on plans to release a 6-track reggae EP later this year, dedicated to her reggae-loving fans.
The hip-hop and reggae musician is a force in the Kenyan and African music industry. She has been recognised by the Recording Academy as one of Africa’s female rappers who contributed to the genre’s foundation.
