Bahati Kenya
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About
Award-winning singer who became one of the most watched gospel artists in Kenya from his hit songs "Mama," "Machozi" and "Lover." He founded Emb Records to help launch upcoming artists musical careers.
Before Fame
He discovered his talent for singing in high school during the National Drama Music festivals when he received a standing ovation in 2010.
Trivia
He became the first East African artist to have won the Best Male Gospel artist of the year category at the Groove awards in both 2014 and 2015.
Family Life
He was born Kevin Kioko, but goes by his stage name Bahati. He grew up an orphan who lost his mother at the age of 7. He adopted two daughters named Purity and Rose and a son named Morgan by the age of 20.
Associated With
He put his singing career on hold when he claimed his life was in danger by fellow gospel singer Willy Paul who he also claims stole his music.
