Miltan Govana of ‘mbogi Genje’ reveals his decision to remain drug free

Miltan Govana a very popular member from Mbogi Genje squad has opened on on why he doesn’t take any drugs.

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Govana speaks on why he is drug free
Govana shades light on why artists should consider working with labels

Speaking during an interview with Kipawa, Govana explains that his commitment to staying drug-free stems from his deeply held principles. He believes that living a life guided by integrity and personal values has been the foundation of his ability to resist temptation and make healthy choices.

“I am drug free, na hata sijawahi tumia na kila kitu ni principle na mindset.” Govana revealed.

“Nimeona si necesarrily hiyo ndio principles nimegrow nazo juu nimeona nikizi use zitanisaidia na nini? ni principles tuh mimi watu natembea na wao kila siku ni watu hutumia hizi vitu but mimi huwa situmii.” Govana said.

He also advised the public to follow suit and not succumb to peer pressure as that will help them in the long run.

“Ma youths pale mtaani, Sio lazima utumie hizi vitu labda ukue aty ndio uko na say, saa zingine tuh ni principles ukiamua leo hufanyi hii kitu usifanye.” Govana shared:

For Govana, it’s not just about avoiding harmful substances but upholding the ethical standards that he has set for himself.

Why Kenyan artists are making way less from their craft

Govana also revealed why artists are not making good money from music saying the reason is because the music industry has brokers who are fond of taking advantage of artist’s work.

“Vitu mingi zimetutoka juu ya mambo ya online na pia kupata mtu right mwenye anaeza kushikulia 100% ni hard, so unapata hizi streams like mabroker ni wengi unapata unasign na company wanakuambia utakua unakula 70 wao 30 but time ya kulipwa unapewa less hiyo ndio inafanya wasee wengi wanaloose psyche na art.” Govana shared.

He also weighed on why working with a label comes in handy saying it literally does the most for an artist unlike when you’re independent urging artists to work with one that is trust worthy like BMR as that might help them be more productive.

“Label, inarahisishia artist kila kitu wewe kama artist unaingia studio unapiga doba na kutoka, label inakupangia kila kitu, inapanga video, hadi location.” Govana shared.

He lastly advised upcoming artists to be passionate with what they are doing as that is what will help them thrive in what they are doing.

About Mbogi Genje

Mbogi Genje is a Kenyan hip hop, dancehall and gengetone group consisting of Smady Tings, Guzman and Militan. Originating from Umoja, Nairobi.

The trio earned their first big break in the Kenyan music scene with “Ngumi Mbwegze” in October 2019, before following up with “Kidungi” shortly after the same month.

They also have popular hits like ‘Kamkoba, full degree, amongst others that are doing well across all streaming platforms.