This archive report was first published on 5 November 2019.
Kenyan Music Group Ethic Entertainment's Song Tarimbo Sparks Controversy ¶
Published on November 5, 2019, a song by Kenyan music group Ethic Entertainment, titled Tarimbo, has sparked controversy in Kenya. The song's lyrics have been criticized for promoting violence against women and rape.
According to reports, the Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) under the leadership of Ezekiel Mutua, has banned the song due to its explicit content. Mutua has called for the arrest of the group, stating that their music is promoting violence against women and advocating for the rape of women.
However, not everyone agrees with the ban. Some fans have taken to social media to express their support for the group, arguing that the song is a reflection of the society's problems and that the education system is to blame for the youth's behavior.
Others have criticized the ban, stating that it is an infringement on the group's freedom of expression. They argue that the song's lyrics are not necessarily promoting violence against women, but rather a reflection of the reality of the society.
As the debate continues, it remains to be seen whether the ban will be upheld or if the song will be reinstated. One thing is certain, however, the controversy surrounding Tarimbo has sparked a much-needed conversation about the role of music in society and the importance of protecting the rights of women.
Some of the reactions on social media include:
- Eric Delano said, 'This is the result of a jobless nation... idle minds just think of sexual stuff that's why such content is exciting to many.'
- Abdirahmaan Haaji Bashir said, 'This is just a reflection of our society. Our leaders are corrupt and our education system is crap. If our education system would have been supportive towards talents I think youth would not just sing to be trending or to earn money.'
- Smart Solo said, 'Livingstone Ouma there is much more dirtier songs from Jamaica and West compared to what you are talking about. Google cannot block them, they simply told him to go f himself.'
- Msaghulwa said, 'My challenge to you Ezekiel Mutua drop their song or even arrest them but give them a job. What you trying to do is justifying something that is unseen. You are trying so hard to take us down as youths. We are the future Your Excellency so please consider what damage you will be doing to this young people i...'
As the debate continues, it remains to be seen whether the ban will be upheld or if the song will be reinstated.
