Nyashinski ‘s “To Whom It May Concern” EP serves as a letter addressed to three key audiences: his hip-hop fanbase, fellow rappers, and Cedo, his former producer. First and foremost, the EP is a message to his fans, reminding them that while he may not be as immersed in rap as he once was, he is still a formidable force in Kenya’s hip-hop scene. The EP acts as assurance to his hip-hop fanbase that we ought not to worry and that he’s still the Nyashinski of “Tuendelee ama Tusiendelee” who we, the fans, recognize for the dope lyrics, flow, delivery, and fire bars.
To his fellow rappers, Nyashinski asserts his dominance as the king of Kenyan hip-hop. He boldly reminds them that he has reached levels many can only dream of: from being the highest-paid artist to his name opening major doors others couldn’t, being the only melodic rapper, among other achievements, cementing his status as “1 of 1” in the industry. On a joint collabo with Khaligraph Jonez —still on the EP—he raps, “Kichwa ni heavy juu crown iko there,” emphasizing his kingly position! On the same track, Khaligraph raps, “Mama told me keep that crown cause it fits you,” which sounds as though the two rappers are battling for the throne on the same song—a story for another day!
Lastly, to Cedo, we all know what transpired between the two, and since the producer has a whole song dedicated to him, one may think he may be the reason why Nyashinski wore his rap shoes and decided to give us this masterpiece, serving as a polite reminder of who runs the streets. The unresolved tension between them raises an intriguing question: Should Cedo sign a rapper to respond to the subtle jabs? While no response might fully match Nyashinski’s level, it would still ignite a spark in the Kenyan hip-hop scene, reigniting the competitive spirit that fans thrive on. After all, beef is part of the culture, and Nyashinski’s EP delivers exactly what the fans crave.