Rapper Khaligraph Jones has been impressed by award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o’s action after she shared a video jamming to his tune “Yego” while preparing for the Oscar Awards.
In the short video, Lupita who enjoys a following of over 6.8 million followers, is singing along to Papa Jones lyrics from the song Yego.
The act promoted Khali to re-share the video, saluting the Hollywood actress for recognizing his hustle and efforts to push Kenyan music to the International market.
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“International songs getting international Recognition from international people, Big shout to @lupitanyongo for bumping Yego, the OGs are respected #RESPECTTHEOGS#mrinternational” wrote Khaligraph Jones.
The Gwala hit maker is among musicians in Kenya scaling the international market, after being crowned as the Best Rapper at Afrimma Awards last year.
He is also among artistes representing Kenya at the 2019 Coke Studio Africa, a platform that aims at giving musicians an opportunity to showcase their craft to the world.
On the other hand, Lupita was at Oscars where a movie she has acted in “Black Panther” won three Oscar Awards; Best Costume Design, Production Design and Score. It was the 91st Academy Awards.
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