Willy Paul has sparked fresh online debate after appearing to take a subtle swipe at Bien-Aimé Baraza and his hit track Finale while promoting an upcoming collaboration with Otile Brown, popularly known as Obize.
The controversy began after Willy Paul shared a cryptic but bold message on social media while announcing the new release.
“Kuna msanii moja msaliti, my song na Obize ndio Finale this time. Watch out. #EldoretTonight #Therepublic.”
Although he did not directly mention Bien by name, many social media users quickly linked the comment to Bien’s song Finale, which recently gained massive popularity and broke streaming records in Kenya.
The use of the word “Finale” immediately triggered speculation online, with fans interpreting the statement as a possible jab at the celebrated track.
Soon after the post surfaced, fans flooded the comment section with mixed reactions. Some supporters hyped the upcoming Willy Paul and Otile Brown collaboration, while others sarcastically compared it to Bien’s streaming success.
Several fans praised Willy Paul’s music consistency and stage performances, with comments such as:
“Minister of great hits, good performances.”
“Drop it already.”
“King himself.”
The online exchange has once again highlighted the competitive nature of Kenya’s music industry, where artists often spark conversation through indirect shots, wordplay, and strategic social media posts.
Willy Paul remains one of Kenya’s most talked-about entertainers, frequently generating headlines through both his music and online remarks. Meanwhile, Bien’s Finale continues to dominate conversations among Kenyan music fans following its strong streaming performance.