As the music played during Ohangla vocalist Emma Jalamo’s concert, a man was observed sobbing. He was so moved that he shook his head and tipped the guitarist as others danced.
Online discussions were triggered by the viral video, with some blaming it on heartbreak and others on intense personal hardships.
Social media users’ reactions to a heartbreaking video of a man crying, and becoming emotional during Ohangla singer Emma Jalamo’s performance have been conflicting.
The widely circulated video shows the singer performing a heartfelt song while the man is overcome with emotion.
Others danced with excitement, but one particular guest appeared to be lost in thought and finding it difficult to control his emotions.
In a gesture that many saw as a sign of a strong bond with the song, he reached into his pocket and took out a note to tip the guitarist as tears streamed down his face.
The man shook his head frequently at one point, as if he was struggling with his feelings. Some thought he was suffering through a heartbreak, while others said the song had come back to him because he was remembering a loved one or was just going through difficult times in life.
What internet users had to say was as follows: FAITH KAMANTHE: “Men go through a lot and no one cares out there huyu nigemgonga hug moja kalii.” This is Shilah Wa Yesu: “What happened to him.”
Nyar Alego said, “The woman behind this … sisterhood is proud.” “It might not be heartbreak,” said Kevin Paul. Men face various difficulties, yet they pass away in silence—one to talk to.
By Nairobi