This archive report was first published on 19 July 2019.
July 19, 2019, marked a turning point in the music career of Bahati, a 25-year-old Kenyan gospel singer. His songs, which were once instant hits, now struggle to gain traction on YouTube.
According to a music enthusiast, Bahati's music has not been as impressive in recent years. The singer's busy schedule, which includes shooting his reality TV show, may be a contributing factor to his lack of studio time and creative output.
Another possible explanation for Bahati's decline is his increased focus on parenting and being a husband to Diana Marua. While being a husband and father can be a daunting task, it may be taking a toll on his music career.
Some fans have also expressed frustration with Bahati's music, citing his reliance on crying in his songs as a reason for their disinterest. The singer's failure to vary his sound and approach may have led to a decline in fan engagement.
Whatever the reason, Bahati needs to acknowledge that his music is not as good as it was a few years ago. Only then can he take steps to improve and regain his fans' attention.
Watch his latest single, Unavyonipenda, below.
