Kenyan singer KRG The Don has found himself once again at the center of controversy, but this time it's for a rather unconventional reason
In a video that has gone viral on social media, KRG can be seen in a club setting, holding up a banner that reads, "I am sorry Dufla," as he asks for forgiveness from his friend and fellow singer, Dufla Diligon.
While some critics argue that an apology should be a private matter and that using a banner was unnecessary, KRG explains in an interview with Eve Mungai on Monday, that he felt compelled to publicly apologize because he had previously insulted him in a public setting.
"Mimi na rafiki yangu nilikua nimemkosea, na kawaida ukikosea mtu unafaa kusema pole. Rafiki ni mtu ambaye mnashare ideas, mnafanya vitu vikubwa pamoja kwa hivo mkiwa mnapiganapigana haina faida. Niliona nimwambie pole na dunia pia ione niko serious. Sasa wale watu wengine walileta fitina ati kwa sababu ego yao haiwezi kuallow waapologise, they are just weak people.
"(Usually when you wrong someone, you should say sorry. A friend is someone with whom you share ideas, you do great things together, so if you are fighting, it is not helping. I thought I should say sorry to him and the world will also see that I am serious. Now those other people are talking because their ego cannot allow them to apologize)," KRG said.
He believes that it is important to acknowledge one's mistakes openly and sincerely, especially when it comes to hurting a friend.
KRG emphasizes the significance of friendship and the value it holds in his life. He describes a friend as someone with whom he shares ideas and collaborates on significant projects.
He acknowledges that conflicts are bound to happen in any friendship, but they shouldn't overshadow the bond and the positive aspects they share.
KRG's public apology was his way of not only expressing remorse but also demonstrating to the world that he takes his friendships seriously.
However, not everyone has been supportive of KRG's actions. Some individuals have criticized him for being weak.
KRG dismissed these criticisms, stating that those who are constantly interfering in his business are the ones with the problem.
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He advises them to focus on their own lives and not to meddle in his affairs. He firmly asserts that he is staying in his own lane, and it is others who are veering into his path.
"I am only on my lane. Nyinyi ndo mnawacha biashara yenu mnakuja kuchunguza mtu ako na maisha yake," he said.
Addressing the nature of his relationship with Dufla, KRG highlights that they have been friends for many years.
Like any friendship, they have experienced minor disagreements and occasional arguments.
However, KRG emphasizes that these disagreements do not define their relationship and that they are far from being enemies.
Dufka ni rafiki yangu...saa zingine tunapata tumebugia vitu, saa zingine tunapigana kidogo lakini haimaanishi sisi ni maadui.
"(I am only on my lane. You are the ones who leave your business and come to examine my personal life. Dufla is my friend... sometimes we fight a little but it doesn't mean we are enemies)"
His intention with the public apology was to show the world that despite their differences, their friendship remains intact.