Tanzanian singer Rayvanny has fired back at critics who have accused him of selling out by remixing Dayoo’s song “Huu Mwaka.” In a lengthy post on Instagram, Rayvanny said that he did not make the remix for the money, but rather because he wanted to support a fellow musician.
“If I wanted to make hit songs, I would have made ENJOY, I would have made AM SINGLE again, even the beat was sent to me by Mzee Konde,” Rayvanny wrote. “So if you see me make a song, then I have decided to make it.”
Rayvanny also said that he did not want to be forced to turn down collaborations with other young musicians. “Don’t make me start refusing to make songs with my fellow young musicians when they ask us to work together,” he said.
Rayvanny’s remix of “Huu Mwaka” was released in January 2024. The song has been a commercial success, reaching number one on the Tanzanian charts.
Some fans have defended Rayvanny, saying that he is simply trying to help other musicians succeed. Others have criticized him, saying that he is only interested in making money.
It remains to be seen whether Rayvanny’s response will silence his critics. However, it is clear that he is not afraid to speak his mind.
Rayvanny’s Comments
In his Instagram post, Rayvanny made several key points:
- He did not make the remix for the money.
- He wanted to support a fellow musician.
- He did not want to be forced to turn down collaborations with other young musicians.
These comments suggest that Rayvanny is not interested in simply making money. He is also interested in supporting other musicians and building relationships.
Critics’ Comments
Some critics have accused Rayvanny of selling out by remixing a song by a lesser-known artist. They argue that he is only interested in making money and does not care about the quality of his music.
Other critics have said that Rayvanny is simply trying to capitalize on Dayoo’s success. They argue that he is using Dayoo’s popularity to promote himself.
It is unclear whether Rayvanny’s response will silence his critics. However, it is clear that he is not afraid to speak his mind.
