Talk of Kenyans rubbing shoulders with international celebrities, then King Kanja will definitely be on that list. The fast rising UK-born Kenyan rapper/singer is keen to follow in the footstep of the like of Lupita Nyong’o who has already secured a niche on global stage of stardom.
In 2009, Kanja cemented Kenya’s name on BET when he emerged as the winner of BET’s 106 & Park Wild Out Wednesday with his song ‘Shorty Say Ey’.
Apart from BET, Kanja also has other international recognitions; he won Jamhuriwood award- most promising artist (2011), MTV Base Africa All Star (2013). He also featured on Coca-Cola’s ‘Africa Let’s Go Crazy’ Commercial.
King Kanja
The singer has rubbed shoulders with neo-soul recording artists, Raheem Devaughn, J. Holiday, Slim (from Legendary R & B group 112), Jeremiah, Latoya Luckett, Fabolous, dancehall legend, Beenie Man among others.
Kanja recently hanged out with legendary Hollywood actor, Will Smith, whom he had a conversation with. He described the meeting with actor as one of the incredible moment in his life.
When you have faith, anything is possible! One of the most incredible days of my life. Had a conversation Will Smith.
-ghafla.co.ke
