Kenyan hitmaker Stevo Simple Boy has sent social media into a frenzy after opening up about his tough upbringing, unshakable faith, and what he claims is the dark underbelly of the music industry.
Speaking candidly on Dr. Ofweneke’s show, the Mihadarati star gave fans an unfiltered look into his life—from growing up in Kibera to turning down a mysterious Sh10 million offer he says came with suspicious strings attached.
From Kibera to the Big Stage
Stevo revealed he was raised in Kibera as the last-born in a family of eight children, seven of whom are still alive.
“Tulikuwa watoto wanane… mmoja alifariki sasa tumebaki saba. Mimi ni last born,” he shared.
Despite his love for music, not everyone believed he could make a living from it. The one person who never doubted him? His mother.
Stevo credited her as his biggest cheerleader, recalling how she pushed him to listen to music shows like Citizen Radio’s Mseto, even when resources were scarce.
“Mwanangu kitie bidii… jikaze,” she would tell him.
To this day, his mum still gets emotional when she spots him on TV or online, and Stevo says her support continues to fuel his grind. He also hinted that fans may soon meet more of his family in the media spotlight.
“Uganga Iko Kwa Industry”
But it wasn’t all feel-good stories. Stevo shocked listeners by claiming that witchcraft and secret societies are alive and well in the music business.
“Uganga iko kila mahali… Freemason pia wako kwa hii industry yetu,” he claimed.
According to the singer, some players use dark means to sabotage others or gain power. While he didn’t name names, he insisted it’s an open secret behind the scenes.
The Sh10 Million Offer He Walked Away From
The biggest bombshell? Stevo revealed he once received a call offering him Sh10 million—an offer he says immediately raised red flags.
“Wanasema Stevo tunakupatia 10 million ukuje tuone… nikasema 10 million hapo kuna jambo.”
Suspicious of the caller’s intentions and believing the deal was linked to a secret society, Stevo chose to play it safe. He delayed the conversation—and the call never came back.
To him, the decision was clear: no amount of money was worth selling his soul or compromising his values.
“Mungu Atatenda”
Throughout the interview, Stevo made it clear that faith guides his every move. He believes that staying true to God and family will ultimately take him further than shortcuts ever could.
“Bado, lakini yote najua Mungu atatenda, itafika mbali,” he said.
By Ghafla