This archive report was first published on 9 December 2019.
Stivo Simple Boy, a 29-year-old Kibera music sensation, has become a viral sensation in recent years, but his journey to fame was not without its challenges. In fact, he has been ridiculed for his appearance since he was a small boy.
According to Stivo, he was first ridiculed on social media in 2016, with internet users making fun of his appearance. However, he has been dealing with this issue since he was growing up, with children even making up songs about how ugly he was.
Despite the ridicule, Stivo has found a way to turn his unique appearance into a selling point. In an interview, he stated, “God created me like this. What do people expect me to do?”
Stivo's producer, Geoffery Ochieng, believes that the musician's unique appearance is not a hindrance to his success. In fact, he has been getting invites to perform in many shows and the reception is good.
Stivo's social media manager, Erick Matunga, has also had to shield him from hateful comments, especially on Instagram. However, he has also been grateful for the support of his fans, who have helped to fight off online bullies.
Stivo started his music career in 2008, when he was working as a watchman in Kibera. His break came nearly 10 years later, when Ochieng discovered him singing at a bridge they were constructing.
