Kenyan musician Mr Seed has addressed online criticism regarding his decision to leave the gospel music industry. The conversation began after a critic publicly accused the singer of abandoning spiritual music for secular entertainment.
The Fan Calling Out
An online commenter, Anthony Lennox, called out the artist directly on social media. Lennox questioned the musician’s motives for stepping away from gospel music.
“Uliacha injili juu ya mat*ko za shetani silly boy wewe na Willy Paul,” wrote Anthony Lennox.
Lennox alleged that the transition was influenced by worldly distractions, specifically referencing a woman’s physical attributes in local slang. He also mentioned fellow artist Willy Paul in his comment.
Mr Seed Responds in High SpiritsMr Seed chose not to ignore the comment. Instead, he shared a screenshot of the critique on his Instagram account. He addressed his audience while vibing to his collaborative track Unanidai featuring Virusi Mbaya.
“Huyu tumuambie aje ama sio mungu aliumba haga??” he questioned.
His response immediately sparked widespread debate among his followers.
Instagram Fans React with Mixed Opinions
Followers quickly flooded the comment section of Mr Seed’s post. Some users mocked the artist, while others supported his response or debated the critic’s points.
“Kumbe uliwacha GOSPEL juu ya matako ayaaaya now we know a very silly boy,” fellow gospel musician Hopekid commented.
Several Instagram users shared their reactions directly under the post:
- @prince_kenzie254 suggested alternative gospel music: “Na si kuna wasanii wa gospel bado,siaende askize bahati bukuku.”
- @thisiscrushal defended the transition: “Mwambie ulitoka kwa Yesu ndio wengine pia wapate time na yeye.”
- @lebbzthadj supported the fan’s statement: “Mwambie thank you. Plain truth umeambiwa hapo bro.”
- @lu3_d_ added: “Na c niukweli Boyz na Bado haikulipi.”
- @wuodmuhando briefly wrote: “Kitabu Cha Haggai.”
- @arnold.omamo stated: “Amekuambia tu ukweli ni vile sasa yeye anakujudge.”
- @cynthia.fazilla offered encouragement: “Huyo ni kusota hana kakitu forgive.our star boy zidi kushine.”
Background to the Gospel Transition
Mr Seed built his early career as a prominent figure in Kenya’s gospel music scene. Over the years, he produced several popular gospel singles before shifting his focus toward secular pop and Afro-fusion.
His transition mirrors similar career paths taken by fellow Kenyan artists such as Willy Paul and Bahati. Both musicians similarly crossed over from gospel to secular music, generating public debate across East Africa.Despite ongoing social media discussions, Mr Seed continues to push his secular releases, including his recent track Unanidai with Virusi Mbaya.
