By Dennis Juma
Kenyans are known for minding their own business, until you bring your nonsense too close. It’s not that we care about what people do with their lives; we simply don’t want certain behaviors invading our personal space. Whether you call it pettiness or setting boundaries, there’s a long list of things that just don’t sit well with us.
From publicly scratching shaved privates, bringing your girlfriend to the squad’s party (which we consider plain snitching), telling a friend to “pay for me I’ll refund” (bruh, just say you’re broke), to matatu conductors delaying your change. These are the small but mighty irritations that ignite silent rage among Kenyans. And don’t get us started on people who puke from drinking too much. The disgust is real.
It seems Kenyan netizens decided it was time to compile these everyday annoyances and send them straight to Iphoolish. Understanding that no long tweet, TikTok rant, or thread would hit as hard, Iphoolish did what he does best — turned the complaints into music. The result? Tabia Flani, a track that humorously but accurately captures the habits Kenyans can’t stand.
But the list was too long for one man to handle. Recording it solo would’ve been a suffocating task. So, Iphoolish brought in reinforcements: Joefes, Gwaash, and Unspoken Salaton. Together, they tag-teamed the track, each adding their voice to the unfiltered commentary on Kenya’s most despised behaviors.
Tabia Flani is a social mirror to those who don’t understand Kenyans very well. For Kenyans, it’s a relatable anthem. For anyone who has spent time in Kenya, it’s an instant reminder of those “wewe sasa unaenda wapi na hii tabia?” moments.
Whether you’re nodding in agreement or laughing at your own guilt, one thing is certain: Iphoolish and his crew have nailed a uniquely Kenyan conversation in the best way possible through Tabia Flani.
‘Tabia Flani’: Iphoolish and Team Air Out Kenya’s Biggest Pet Peeves Through Music
