Mugithi sensation Samidoh has left fans guessing after sharing a cryptic message following the abrupt removal of his hit song Wendo wa Ihera (Toxic Love) from YouTube.
Taking to Instagram, the singer posted a proverb: “Rain beats the leopard’s skin but does not wash out the spots.”
The post immediately ignited speculation, with many wondering whether it was his way of addressing the controversy.
Wendo wa Ihera (Toxic Love), which had gained immense popularity, disappeared from YouTube unexpectedly, leaving fans questioning the motive behind its takedown.
While Samidoh did not directly respond to the incident, he subtly encouraged his supporters to subscribe to the song’s Skiza Tune, expressing gratitude for their unwavering loyalty.
“Thank you, my fans, for always supporting me every step of the way,” he wrote.
Supporters flooded his comment section with messages of encouragement:
“Hii hata waitoe iko kwa damu,” declared a fan, meaning even if the song is taken down, it remains in their hearts.
“Niko na screen recording ya hii ngoma hata wakitoa, tena iko akili kama bangi ni ngumu kutoa,” another quipped, implying the song is unforgettable.
“No weapon formed against Baba Nimo will prosper,” @Joyblessed998 affirmed.
The removal of Wendo wa Ihera came after gospel artist SK Ruri lodged a copyright claim, alleging that Samidoh’s song bore a striking resemblance to his 2020 gospel track, Thutha wa Maundu.
Ruri insisted that the melody had been replicated in all verses and interludes, leading to a fierce legal battle over intellectual property rights.
“Artistes can borrow inspiration, but consent and credit are non-negotiable,” Ruri stated, emphasising the need to respect copyright laws.
Shortly after the takedown, IyesAFRICA LTD, an agency managing comedian Morey Wakibiru, distanced itself from the matter.
“For clarity, Thutha wa Maundu belongs to SK Ruri. Iyes Africa has no ownership or control over the song. Any inquiries should be directed to either Ruri or Samidoh,” part of their statement read.
The agency clarified that Morey Wakibiru, who appeared in Ruri’s video, was merely a vixen and had no role in the song’s composition. They further revealed that Ruri paid Morey Ksh 50,000 for his participation, refuting any speculation that the comedian influenced the takedown.