Lucas Mkenda

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Lucas Mkenda
Afro pop
Occupation(s)Singer • Songwriter • Entertainer • Entrepreneur
Instrument(s)Vocals
Years active1999–present

Lucas Mkenda popularly known as Mr. Nice

East African music in the early 2000s alongside Jose Chameleone of Uganda and Jua Cali of Kenya.[2]

Mkenda[3] went professional in 1999 with the release of his debut album, Kidali Po, and towards the end of 2002, he released his second album, Rafiki, also his songs; "Kikulacho", "Fagilia Wote"[4][5][6] and "Kuku Kapanda Baiskeli" were among major hit songs of his career. He was famous for his 'Takeu'[7] style, that comes from the initials of Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda respectively. It incorporates elements from all three countries.

Personal life

Lucas Mkenda was born in 1978, a Chaga in Moshi, Tanzania. He currently resides in Kenya with his wife whom they have two daughters.[8][9][10] In 2021, Mr. Nice's mother who was living in Moshi, Tanzania passed away.[11]

Controversies

Many controversies revolved around Mkenda as his music career went down.

Mzansi, Mkenda experienced an alarming downward spiral that was attributed to alcoholism[13] and hedonism. As he disappeared for a while, rumors had it that he raped a little girl and was arrested,[14] more word went around that he had died. On 13 December, one of East African websites sensationally claimed that Mkenda was dead.[15] A few hours later, it turned out to be just a rumour after the musician through his socials assured his fans that he was alive[16] and well.[17]

Mkenda has been struggling to revive his music career,

HIV positive[26][27] and being broke[28][29][30]
were everywhere however, he came out to deny all these claims publicly.

Mkenda had a long rivalry[31][32] with a Tanzanian rap artist, Dudu Baya[33][34][35] that lasted to more than two decades. The two Tanzanian musical artists reached a stage of putting on a fight[36] back in 2001, an action that was criticized by government and music supporters.

Discography

Albums

  • Kidali po
  • Rafiki

Singles

  • Kikulacho
  • Fagilia[37]
  • Nakuita
  • Kidalipo
  • Awe mama we
  • Tabia gani
  • Mama[38]
  • Tuvumiliane
  • Kila mtu na demu wake
  • Kuku kapanda baiskeli
  • Mbona umeniacha
  • King'asti[39]
  • Tabia gani

References

  1. ^ "Meet Tanzania music legend Mr Nice on his career downfall, family, health status, controversies". The Maravi Post. 26 March 2020. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  2. ^ "Veteran Singer Mr. Nice thrown into mourning following mum's death". GhettoRadio 89.5 FM. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  3. ^ TZA, Victor Kileo. "Mr Nice kafunguka na kusema 'Sijutii chochote, vitu vyote nimeshafanya' (+Audio)". Millard Ayo. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  4. ^ "Fagilia wote! Maina Kageni hooks up Mr Nice with three top producers". Mpasho. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  5. ^ Mukei, Cate. "'Fagilia' hit maker Mr Nice's illness worries Chameleone". Standard Entertainment. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  6. ^ admin (19 December 2013). "Tanzanian Fagilia Hit Maker, Mr. Nice Lands Filming Deal In Denmark". Diaspora Messenger News Media. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  7. ^ "Mr Nice rubbishes rumours". The Citizen. 2 April 2021. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  8. ^ SDE. "PHOTOS: Mr Nice introduces all-grown daughter". Standard Entertainment. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  9. ^ "Mfahamu mtoto wa kwanza wa Mr Nice, ni mrembo kweli (Picha) – Bongo5.com". bongo5.com. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  10. ^ "Tanzanian Artiste Mr Nice Welcomes Second Child". Citizen Digital. 5 May 2015. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  11. ^ Muendo, Stevens. "Mr Nice mourns the loss of his mother". Standard Entertainment. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  12. ^ Khasiani (Writer), Nwasante; Khasiani (Writer), Nwasante (17 April 2013). "What Happened To Mr. Nice? Why was He Completely Ruined? Find Out Here!". Ghafla!. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  13. ^ Gah, Cabu (19 September 2016). "REVEALED: How A Top Tanzanian Singer Is Living In Shame,Debts And Drunkenness In Kenya's Athi River Estate. (Photos)". Ghafla!. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  14. ^ "#TBT The Truth Behind What Really Happened To Mr Nice. – VarCity". www.varcity.co.ke. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  15. ^ Milimo, Dennis (18 March 2021). "Singer Mr. Nice Survives Grisly Road Accident while headed to Nyahururu (Video)". Pulselive Kenya. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  16. ^ Mukei, Cate. "I'm still alive- Mr Nice dismisses death rumours". Standard Entertainment. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  17. ^ Muhindo, Clare. "Tanzanian Music legend Mr Nice still alive – Sqoop – Get Uganda entertainment news, celebrity gossip, videos and photos". Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  18. ^ "Legendary Tanzania Singer Mr Nice and How His Celebrated Career Ended [PHOTOS]". Ghanamma.com. 20 August 2022. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  19. ^ Kavii, Felix. "Mr Nice explains why he does not intend to go back to Tanzania". Standard Entertainment. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  20. ^ "Mr Nice: I'm doing just fine and making money in Kampala". The Citizen. 22 October 2020. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  21. ^ "Broke and lonely Mr Nice 'stranded' in Kampala". Nairobi News. 2 September 2018. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  22. ^ Ray, Lee (11 May 2020). "Legendary Tanzanian Bongo Flava Singer, Mr. Nice Stuck In Kampala". Routine Blast : Gossip, Showbiz , Breaking News in Uganda. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  23. ^ "Mr Nice talks about his near death experience after he was poisoned". Mpasho. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  24. ^ Ruby, Josh (20 August 2018). "Mr Nice back in studio, working on big East African projects". MBU. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  25. ^ Watiri, Sue (31 August 2015). "Mr. Nice Reveals His Next Step after His Career Crashed and Burned In Kenya". Ghafla!. Retrieved 25 December 2022.
  26. ^ Nyanga, Caroline. "I am not HIV positive, Tanzanian star Mr Nice rubbishes illness rumours". Standard Entertainment. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  27. ^ Roberto, Muyela (7 November 2016). "Mr Nice: Look at me? Do I look HIV positive?". Tuko.co.ke – Kenya news. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  28. ^ Iranzi, Fabrice (23 April 2019). "Singer Mr. Nice has denied claims that he is broke". RegionWeek. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  29. ^ "There is a God! Mr Nice shows off his sleek Mercedes ride after being branded dirt broke". Mpasho. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  30. ^ ""I drive with money in my boot" Mr. Nice refutes allegations he is broke". GhettoRadio 89.5 FM. 13 May 2020. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  31. ^ "Ukitaka kujua ustaa haudumu muulize Mr Nice, Dudu Baya". Mwananchi. 14 March 2021. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  32. ^ "Dudu Baya yupo katika matatizo makubwa- Mr. Nice | East Africa Television". www.eatv.tv. 7 March 2018. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  33. ^ "Mr. Nice Amchana Dudu Baya, Adai Hana Mhahali pa kuishi". Artists News in Tanzania. 24 November 2017. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  34. ^ "Mr. Nice na Dkt. Shika ni wale wale – Dudu Baya – Bongo5.com". bongo5.com. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  35. ^ Bugi, Rashid. "Mr Nice amchana Dudu Baya | Ishi Kistaa". Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  36. ^ "Dudu Baya "Nilimvunja Mr Nice Kiuno Baada ya Kuniletea Dharau"". UDAKU SPECIAL. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  37. ^ Misso, Amuna (11 May 2020). "Tanzania Fagilia Hit Maker 'Mr Nice' Still Making Money In Uganda". Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  38. ^ "Bahati and Mr. Nice teaming up for gospel hit (PHOTO)". 23 August 2017. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  39. ^ Kamau, Richard (12 February 2018). "Watch: Mr Nice Tells Off Haters in Second Music Video After Hiatus". Nairobi Wire. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
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