Stevo Simple Boy

Stephen Otieno Adera (born 28 January 1990) Popularly known with his stage name Stevo Simple Boy, is a Kenyan rapper.[1] He raps about social issues that affect the society. In 2019 he rose to fame after he released his song "Mihadarati" where he was addressing the dangers of drugs.[2] This came after his appearance in Ebru TV's "Chipukeezy Show"[3]

Stevo Simple Boy
Birth nameStephen Otieno Adera
Born (1990-01-28) 28 January 1990
Oyugis, Homabay County, Kenya.
GenresHip hop
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • Musician
  • Songwriter
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
Years active2015–present
LabelsMen in Business

Early life

Stevo was born and raised in Oyugis, Homabay county in a family of eight before moving to Nairobi. He has been in the music scene since 2007 but started recording in 2015.[4]

Music career

Stevo rose to fame in 2019 after a song he had previously released in 2017 dubbed "Mihadarati" hit the headlines.[5] The song was played in several radio and TV stations in the region since it addressed the dangers of drug abuse.[6] Stevo was named ambassador of the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) of Kenya in the same year 2019.[7][8]

In late 2019, Stevo released a song titled "Inauma" which translates to "it hurts". This track was inspired by the trolls he receives online.[9] The singer has received online trolls several times throughout his career.[10][11]

In 2020 he released a song titled "Tuheshimu Ndoa" which translates to "respect marriages". In the song he talks about marriage and encourages couples to respect marriages.[12]

In 2022 early January, Stevo parted ways with his old management and joined a management and record label called Men in Business.[13] Through a joint alliance from Vaga Genius (C.E.O – Men in Business) and Vinc on the Beat they helped revive his musical career with the song "Ni Nani" featuring Adasa.[14]

References
  1. Anyango, Diana. "Stivo Simple Boy opens up on life after fame, explains why doing music is not a walk in the park". Stivo Simple Boy opens up on life after fame, explains why doing music is not a walk in the park. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  2. "Stivo Simple Boy of 'Vijana tuwache mihadarati' song lands collabo with DJ Shiti". Hot 96. 18 July 2019. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  3. "When ordinary acts hand you instant fame". Nation. 5 July 2020. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  4. "Stivo Simple Boy". Mpasho. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  5. Jared, Too. "Why Rayvanny wants to meet 'Vijana Tuache Mihadarati' singer". Why Rayvanny wants to meet 'Vijana Tuache Mihadarati' singer. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  6. "New KeMusic: Stevo Simple Boy with another Important Message in his Latest Single". Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  7. Kagonye, Fredrick. "Stevo Simple named NACADA ambassador". The Standard. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  8. "[Video] 'Vijana tuache mihadarati' singer lands a job with NACADA". hivisasa.com. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  9. Reporter, Standard. "Lady who made fun of Stevo Simple Boy apologises after numerous trolls". The Standard. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  10. Mwarua, Douglas (24 May 2020). "Kenyan celebrities defend Stevo Simple Boy after being humiliated by US comedian". Tuko.co.ke – Kenya news. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  11. "Kenyans shred US superstar to pieces for mocking Stivo Simple Boy". Kenyan_Report. 10 March 2020. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  12. "Stevo Simple Boy gets massive love from fans after dropping Tuheshimu ndoa". Pulse Live Kenya. 23 February 2020. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  13. brianndungu. "'Niliteseka!' Stivo Simpleboy reveals why he changed his management". Mpasho. Retrieved 26 October 2022.
  14. "Stevo Simple Boy signs with Chezaa Africa for his music distribution". 7 November 2022. Retrieved 22 November 2022.
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