Eldoret-based Gospel singer William Getumbe has sparked addressed the meaning behind his controversial song 'Yesu Ninyandue'
Many have termed the song blasphemous.
Getumbe now says people offended by the song are those who involve themselves in the vices they should be involved in.
“Nyandua has many meanings. It is slang, but Kenyans have sexualised its connotation. Music often employs indirect language as a form of creativity. In my song, I was petitioning God for elevation. Even Jesus, in his teachings, didn’t reveal everything openly.”
He insisted he won't be affected by the insults.
“I know Kenyans are not happy about my song and it has elicited various reactions. You expect different reactions from people. Insults have been plentiful, but I’m not affected by them. Kenya is 80% Christian, so if they disagree with my song, then there’s no need for insults,” he remarked.
He further criticised fellow Christians questioning why they listen and promote secular music.
“If they deem my song inappropriate, why do they engage in such activities? Why do they contribute to the popularity of secular artists like Diamond? It’s ironic that these same Christians fail to support gospel musicians,” he lamented.
Getumbe expressed openness to the idea of performing in church.
The audio of “Yesu Ninyandue” premiered on February 12. It is rated 18 years and over due to its salacious content.
Part of the lyrics say
“Yesu ninyandue, yesu ninyandue, nipate mimba ya imani,” goes part of the lyrics which we will not translate because of the level of vulgarity.
“Umekubali kunyanduliwa mimi ni bikira kama Mariamu, ulimnyandua hata maji ya uzima, hata mimi baba ninyandue, niingize forever, baraka forever. Yesu ninyandue ingia ndani,” he sings along.
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