Kenyan singer Nadia Mukami is finally speaking out after a wave of controversy surrounded her latest release, Woza. Fans took to social media accusing her of mimicking Tanzanian star Zuchu, sparking heated debates online.

The storm erupted soon after Nadia began promoting the track, with some listeners claiming the song bore striking similarities to Zuchu’s style.

The accusations, however, have deeply resonated with the singer, prompting her to address the matter directly.

In a heartfelt Instagram statement on Saturday, December 13, 2025, Nadia clarified that Woza was entirely original.

“Dear fans, I have seen the comparisons being made between my new song and others. I want to make it absolutely clear that I have not copied or sampled anyone’s music,” she wrote.

Nadia explained that the track was born from a collaborative effort with her producer, Teknixx, who helped her tap into a trending sound that many artists across the region have embraced.

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She highlighted that stars such as Rema, Jux, Marioo, Nandy—and yes, even Zuchu herself—have experimented with similar vibes.

“All I did was explore a trendy sound through my producer, Teknixx. Others have done it before, but when I do it, people say I copied. That doesn’t feel fair,” she expressed.

The singer also used the opportunity to celebrate the positive reception of Woza, which has already started trending on YouTube.

“I take my craft seriously and am always looking to experiment with new sounds. Thank you for all the amazing feedback—Woza is now trending on YouTube!” she added.

Nadia also took to TikTok to respond more personally, acknowledging both praise and criticism from fans. Some had even playfully dubbed her a “Kenyan Zuchu,” while others suggested she had overlooked a signature phrase from Zuchu’s hit Amanda.

“One fan called me a Kenyan version of Zuchu and gave me the nickname ‘Suju’. Another said I forgot to include ‘I cook,’ like Zuchu does in Amanda. And yet another wondered how Tanzanians might feel seeing me ‘copy’ Zuchu,” Nadia recounted with a mixture of amusement and sincerity.

Through it all, Nadia emphasized that her goal is to grow as an artist, exploring different styles and sounds without being boxed in by comparisons.

“I want to be versatile and try new styles. Woza is not sampled or copied—it’s a sound many artists are exploring right now,” she concluded.

With her bold response, Nadia Mukami reaffirms her place in East Africa’s music scene—not as an imitator, but as a fearless artist willing to innovate and take risks.