Chidi Benz serves fans hot in ‘Beautiful’ (Video)

Tanzanian rapper Rashid Makwilo, popularly known as Chidi Benz, has released a new single and it’s getting a lot of love from his fans and critics alike.

Also read: Kenyan musicians have so much to learn from their Tanzanian counterparts

The song titled Beautiful has been ruling the airwaves since it came out a few hours ago and to be honest, we are also feeling it. Like really!

Chidi Benz

As you can tell already, or maybe you can not but this track is about a certain lady who is giving the legendary rapper many sleepless nights because she’s so fine.

I really love this jam. I’ve listened to it a couple of times since it was released and every time I hit the play button it is like I’m hearing it for the first time because it sounds very pleasant to the ears.

If you like Swahili rap, like myself, then I’m sure that this will be a good treat because Chidi Benz came through with a mad flow that will make you hit the replay button a couple of times.

He also has some dope punchlines. The other thing that makes Beautiful outstanding is his unique voice and the fact that the song is well-arranged.

Chidi Benz
Chidi Benz

To be honest, this jam made me miss the days when Chidi Benz was still Chidi Benz, when people would listen to him religiously like he was the Messiah. That was long before he battled drug addiction and had to take a break.

The beat is also dope because it’s very subtle thus allowing you to appreciate the lyrical prowess of the rapper. To add to that, its tempo blends well with the Chidi Benz’ flow, vibe and tempo.

I totally love the video. Although the concept was quite simple, the execution is brilliant. The lighting, styling, props, locations and lighting are on point.

Watch Beautiful below and tells what you think.

Chidi Benz features Nikki Mbishi in latest release ‘Yeah’ (Video)

Legendary Tanzanian rapper Rashid Makwilo, better known as Chidi Benz, has released a new jam with Nikki Mbishi and it’s getting a lot of love from their fans.

Also read: Chidi Benz makes grand comeback with ‘Black Ninja’ (Video)

The track dubbed Yeah has been getting a lot of airplay on radio and TV stations since it came out a few days ago and to be honest, we are also feeling it or else we would not be reviewing it, would we?

Nikki Mbishi
Nikki Mbishi

In this track, Chidi Benz proves that he is as good as he was in the early 2000s. Apart having a good flow, the Wange hitmaker also drops some heavy punchlines that will leave you scratching your head.

To be honest, this jam made me miss the days when Chidi Benz was still Chidi Benz, when people would listen to him religiously like he was the Messiah. That was long before he battled drug addiction and had to take a break.

Notably, Nikki Mbishi also has a great flow. I often find myself wondering where he disappeared to because it’s been a minute since I heard a new song from him. Anyway, that’s a story for another day, isn’t it?

Chidi Benz

The beat is also dope because it’s do subtle thus allowing you to appreciate the lyrical prowess of the rappers. To add to that, its tempo blends well with the flow of the rappers.

This song just flows and if you are a fan of the guy like myself then I’m sure you will have it on your playlist for a very long time.

Listen to Yeah below and tell us what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvT8LBdSLes

Chidi Benz pours out his heart in latest single dubbed ‘Maria’ (Video)

Tanzanian serial hitmaker Rashidi Abdallah Makwiro, popularly known as Chidi Benz, has released a new jam and it is getting a lot of love from his fans.

The song titled Maria has been getting a lot of airplay on both TV and radio stations since it came out a few days ago and to be honest, we are also feeling it.

Basically, this jam is about a certain lass who is driving Chidi Benz crazy so much so that he is willing to do anything to protect her. Sounds cliche? If I was you, I would not jump to a conclusion before listening to this track.

 

Chidi Benz
Chidi Benz

I must admit that the first time I listened to Maria, I thought it was really dull but it eventually grew in me to a point where I think it is the Black Ninja hitmaker’s best project yet.

This track is such a beautiful composition. As you listen to it, you get to appreciate Chidi Benz’ sheer creativity which is evidenced by his ability to play around with words and rhymes.

If you’ve been a fan of this guy as long as I have been then there’s no doubt in my mind that you will love this song so much so that you will have it on your playlist for the rest of the year.

Notably, the beat on this jam is also fire and it also blends well with Chidi Benz’ flow. However, some people will say that it’s too subtle but I feel it works for this joint.

Listen to Maria below and tell us what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAD_gtI0AC4

Chidi Benz serves fans hot with latest release titled ‘Serious Genius’ (Video)

Tanzanian rapper Rashid Makwilo, popularly known as Chidi Benz, has released a new single and it’s getting a lot of love.

Also read: Chidi Benz makes grand comeback with ‘Black Ninja’ (Video)

The song dubbed Serious Genius simply talks about his prowess and how he has managed to stay relevant for such a long time in the industry. He’s literally rubbing it on people’s faces!

In as much as it’s full of self-praise, I really love this track because Chidi Benz flow is totally on point. To add to that, he’s also singing.

Chidi Benz
Chidi Benz

To be honest, this jam made me miss the days when Chidi Benz was still Chidi Benz, when people would listen to him religiously like he was the Messiah. That was long before he battled drug addiction and had to take a break.

This song just flows and if you are a fan of the guy like myself then I’m sure you will have it on your playlist for a long time.

The beat for this jam is also commendable. Although I feel it was barely audible. From the little that I heard, I could tell that the producer didn’t come to play plus it also blends well with Chidi Benz’s vocals. Props to him.

Listen to Serious Genius below and tell us what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUQZo0VMSgc

Chidi Benz makes grand comeback with ‘Black Ninja’ (Video)

Tanzanian rapper Rashid Makwilo, popularly known as Chidi Benz, has dropped a new joint and we are really feeling it.

The song titled Black Ninja simply talks about his lyrical prowess and warns others to be wary of him since he is one person who can take out the enemy easily.

To be honest, I am so indifferent about this track because I have always been a fan of Chidi Benz. Part of me feel that he really let his fans down.

Chidi Benz
Chidi Benz

The lyricism is so uninspiring and as you listen to the joint nothing will make you feel like this was the creative chap that we once knew.

On the other hand, I feel that we should take it easy on him because he is trying to re-establish himself after battling drug addiction for many years. Maybe he’ll pull up hi socks with time, just maybe.

I also did not like the beat. I felt it was really sloppy bear in mind that I understand what they were trying to achieve but to be honest, they didn’t even come close.

The only thing that’s worth talking about is the video which was directed by Adam Juma. He nailed it. As you watch it, you get the feeling of a Black Ninja in action but then again maybe it’s just me.

Watch Black Ninja below and tell us what you think.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vplpm-nfQ0

Popular rapper arrested for being in possession of Heroine months after leaving rehab

Tanzanian rapper Chidi Benz is back in police custody. This after he was arrested on 30th December 2017 for being in possession of drugs.

Having been arrested for the same crime before; the police say they found Heroine on him again. The rappers wife and two other male friends are also facing possible jail times as they were arrested together.

Chidi Benz after drugs

Also read: Chidi Benz released from police custody after he was arrested for possesion of Heroine

Speaking to the media; the police commissioner of Dodoma, SACP, Giless Muroto confirmed  that the will go unpunished for his crime. He said

 “Ni kweli Chidi Benz mnamo tarehe 30/12/2017, tulimkamata akiwa yeye na mke wake na vijana wawili. Tumemkamata akiwa na dawa za kulevya zidhaniwayo kuwa ni Heroine. Jalada lake lipo tayari kwa Mwanasheria wa wa serikali linafanyiwa uchunguzi na muda wowote watapelekwa mahakamani”

Chidi Benz history with drugs

Having been enrolled in a rehab centre by the government, this shows how much the fella was deep into drugs.

 

 

Chidi Benz released from police custody after he was arrested for possesion of Heroine

So it turns out that even after Chidi Benz was arrested for being in possession of Heroin in Ilala where he was chilling with 6 of his friends, the guy is finally out.

Chidi Benz after drugs

According to a couple of Tanzanian Tabloids, the fella is currently walking around free and what’s more surprising is that he was not found with any drug in his blood after running a drug test!

Chidi Benz (photo courtesy)

So does this mean it was all a set up? Well could be as he is planning to release a new song pretty much soon. Speaking during a recent interview with Showbiz Extra… Chidi Benz seemed too reluctant to talk about the issue. When asked how and why he was arrested he responded by saying;

Kuhusu hilo nina ushauri kutoka kwa mama watoto wangu kwamba nisilizungumzie zaidi. Lakini kwa ufupi ni kwamba mtu kukamatwa na dawa za kulevya ni sawa na mtu aliyekamatwa na bangi, mirungi ama chochote kile ambacho kinaonekana kuvunja sheria za nchi! Kwa hiyo nisiingie huko sana lakini jambo la msingi ni kwamba vijana wa Kitanzania wasijaribu na wanaotumia dawa za kulevya waachane nazo, siyo nzuri zaidi wajenge taifa kwa manufaa ya kizazi chetu.

Popular Tanzanian artist arrested with Heroin

So far we understand that most celebrities from Tanzania have been accused of using drugs and after the likes of Wema Sepetu, TID, Agnes Masogange were arraigned in court – it was clear to see that this was a big issue in Bongo.

Wema arrested

Away from that, even after being taken to rehab and receiving a lot of support from Diamond Platnumz and others seems that Chidi Benz is not ready to Change his lifestyle for the better.

Chidi Benz before drugs

 

He is said to be in police custody after he was caught with Heroin in Ilala where he was chilling with 6 of his friends. This comes as a big surprise as many had reformed.

However, the young man is in deep in the drugs and might not quit anytime soon but since he will be in jail for a long time – he might as well as get used to going without the hard drugs.

Chidi Benz after drugs

It is sad to see this especially when his fellow artists have stayed true to avoiding drugs as warned by Paul Makonde who made sure to expose them early this year.