‘Not the usual screaming and shouting’

Kwaito performer Kaboy Kamakili may have discovered his unique style, as there has been an increase in his fan base.

Recently releasing the album ‘Flames Of Makili’, the 25-year-old singer made a niche for himself as he was best known for hits like ‘Ohafutu,’ ‘Kukuta’ and ‘Day and Night.’

Kamakili says he drew inspiration for the title of his recent offering from his journey in the industry, highlighting a notable sense of growth in his work.

In an effort to appeal to the ever-evolving music market, Kamakili says his new album “is not the usual screaming and shouting, which most musicians opt for” and promises to deliver good music to those who are kwaito inclined.

The 20-track album features Chacki Beatz, Shorty Vussy, Izzy Boy, Liloc Records and Zyco Beats.

“I decided to work with different producers, because I wanted to give my music a different taste and for my fans to listen to something new, fresh, and unique,” says Kamakili.

The album, produced by his own record label Zama Gang Records, contains an array of different genres, including kwaito, Afro-pop and a bit of house music.

Some of the songs include track 2 titled ‘Be Okay’, which advocates the curbing of gender-based violence.

Another song is track 17 titled ‘Ituzame Eeshako’ featuring Keitu MK, which is complemented by a music video and speaks about hustling.

Kamakili says he also included a single titled ‘Hello’ that talks about encouraging poor people to look for jobs or start businesses.

The singer, a former member of Mshasho Records, says he was supposed to drop the album last year, but he had to put it on hold after he became the ambassador for Monica Gender-Based Violence (MGBV), where he advocated mental health and stopping gender-based violence.

“I am currently busy working on an album under MGBV with the aim of stopping GBV, motivating everyone to focus, push, succeed and be a better person in life, as well as advising people with different problems,” says Kamakili.

He says he sends these messages through singing to reach a wider audience.

“The aim is for the people to listen to my words and stop hurting each other.”

Commenting on his career as a musician, Kamakili says he doesn’t do music for fun, but as a form of business so he can feed his family.

“My money comes from performances and by selling clothes from my brand, Zama Gang. I also make money from selling my music in hard copies, as well as soft copies,” says Kamakili.