Diana Marua’s ‘Bibi ya Tajiri’ surpasses 500K views despite backlash
By Valerian Khakayi, September 6, 2025Digital content creator and influencer who doubles up as a rapper, Diana Marua, also known as Diana B latest hit rap dubbed Bibi ya Tajiri has surpassed half a million views on YouTube just three days after its release despite backlash.
Diana B, in the rap released after two years hiatus, boldly declares herself as Kenya’s top rapper, showcasing her wealth and confidence.
The music video features opulent settings, including luxury cars and a grand mansion, reflecting the song’s theme of affluence.
One of the most talked-about scenes shows Diana tearing up photos of veteran Kenyan rappers like Khaligraph Jones and King Kaka, as well as bongo star Diamond Platinumz, sparking controversy and mixed reactions from the public.
Backlash
Her hit song, which she sampled from the late legend E-Sir’s old school song, has attracted backlash from both top entertainers and ordinary Kenyans, with many accusing her of disrespecting the legend’s memory.
Apart from being accused of disrespecting E-Sir’s memory, netizens have also made fun of her rapping skills and choice of words in her lyrics.
Notably, arbuntone rapper VJ Patelo publicly criticised the track, leading to a heated exchange between the two on social media.
Diana’s response to critics
Rather than ignoring the criticism, Diana chose to respond in a light-hearted manner. She shared a viral meme video of a woman breaking an audio CD so that the music can stop.
The meme is often used online to express frustration when a song has been overplayed or disliked. Diana reposted the clip, this time attaching it to her new music, with the caption: “Drop a comment; we love to hear from you.”
Her move was interpreted by many as a playful acknowledgement of the backlash while at the same time inviting engagement from her fans.
Music return
After two years music hiatus, Diana B made a comeback after releasing her latest rap on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
“Mimi Ndio Mkubwa na Wanao; Wachana na Simba Mi Ndio Mama Lao”… Are You Ready for #BIBIYATAJIRI ???“Diana wrote while announcing her comeback into the rap game.