The album also includes some of Virusi Mbaya’s prominent recent singles, including “Have Mercy” featuring Scar Mkadinali and “YoYo” featuring Sewersydaa.
The title Matenjagwo has a personal connection to Virusi Mbaya, whose real name is Peter Matenjagwa Waweru. The name is also associated with the Mau Mau fighter General Gitau Matenjagwo, who was a prominent leader during Kenya's fight for Independence. In Kikuyu, matenjagwo refers to those who do not shave.
With 28 tracks and a wide range of collaborations, Matenjagwo gives listeners a substantial new project to explore from Virusi Mbaya.
Read the lyrics to “Have Mercy” here.