A collaboration between NE-YO and Diamond Platnumz, titled 'Marry You', has been making waves. But what about the rumors that Ali Kiba was initially supposed to be on the track?
According to reports, NE-YO's visit to Kenya for Coke Studio sparked conversations about a potential collaboration with Ali Kiba. However, the plans seemed to be put on hold, and Ali Kiba's management allegedly waited for the right moment to approach NE-YO.
Meanwhile, Sallam SK, Diamond Platnumz's manager, reportedly reached out to NE-YO and offered him a substantial amount of money for the collaboration. NE-YO initially declined, citing prior discussions with Ali Kiba, but eventually agreed after Sallam SK persisted and offered a significant payment.
Ali Kiba's management remained unaware of the developments until Diamond Platnumz arrived at Ignition Westlands, where NE-YO was hosting a party for fans. Suspicions arose when Diamond and NE-YO appeared to be close, prompting Ali Kiba's team to investigate.
It was later discovered that Diamond had recorded the song at Johari Cleff studios, owned by Bruce Odhiambo. By the time Ali Kiba arrived at the studio, the collaboration was already underway, and his protests were met with a contract that left him no choice but to walk away.
The recovered account cited reporting by Ghafla.
