After a photo of him performing in a nightclub went viral, the well-known vernacular musician Samidoh has spoken out.
Different people had different reactions to the photo once it became viral online. People on the internet were divided on whether or not Samidoh should perform at such venues.
They pointed out that, as a Christian, he shouldn’t be frequenting bars and restaurants where intoxication is encouraged.
In response, Samidoh argued that it was always best to be open about one’s financial situation. He explained that people often had to work in questionable conditions in order to make ends meet. He continued by saying that being poor is even more humiliating than facing public scorn.
The singer went even deeper, saying that in order to be successful, it’s necessary to separate one’s emotions from one’s profession. The celebrity added his gratitude to his fanatics for showing up in such big numbers.
“Usione aibu kutafuta pesa kwenye mazingira ambayo unahisi yatakutia aibu. Kumbuka umsikini ni aibu zaidi.🚶Tenganisha hisia na kazi Oj, show nayo iliweza sana 🔥🔥, Asanteni,” Samidoh’s social media post read.
His followers had various reactions to the social media post, which they voiced in the comments section. There were both fans of the singer’s who shared his views and detractors who had different opinions.
Samidoh’s backers insisted that he owes it to his followers to put up a show wherever they may be. They explained that, ultimately, the singer is no different from any other working person in that she needs to make a living.
