This archive report was first published on 7 August 2019.
Fena Gitu, a Kenyan rapper, has been in the music industry for 10 years, experiencing both highs and lows. In a recent interview with Betty Kyalo on her show 'Upclose with Betty', Gitu shared her journey, including her struggles with financial stability.
According to Gitu, her first paycheck from a gig was a mere 5,000 bob, a far cry from her current performance fee of 500,000. She attributed her growth in the industry to perseverance and strategic planning.
When asked about her financial struggles, Gitu revealed that she was once 'super broke', living on her best friend's floor and struggling to make ends meet. She confessed that 2016 and 2017 were her toughest years, but she used that time to focus on her craft and grow as an artist.
Gitu's comments on her financial struggles and growth in the industry serve as a reminder that success in the music industry often requires patience, perseverance, and strategic planning.
