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Bien: I have no time for people who think art is ordinary
15th May, 2026 07:43 AM
Musician Bien-Aimé Baraza has spoken strongly about how he feels towards people who do not value art.
The singer said he quickly loses patience with people who treat art as if it were not important in a video on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Bien explained that he believes art deserves respect and understanding. According to the singer, he does not enjoy being around people who dismiss creativity or fail to appreciate artistic work.
“I have a very short fuse for people who don’t have a high reverence for art,” Bien said.
The singer also expressed frustration towards people who think art is ordinary. He said he has no interest in engaging with people who fail to understand usanii and the effort creatives put into their work.
“Mtu mwenye tu haelewi usanii, ama ana feel usanii tu ni kitu ya kawaida. Toka mbele yangu sai, sina time yenu,” Bien said.
The remarks from the singer come shortly after his appearance at the Africa Forward Summit 2026 attracted attention online. Bien was among the artists who performed at the Africa Forward Le Concert, which marked the official closing concert of the summit.
Fashion debate around summit outfit
During the event, Bien’s outfit quickly became a topic of discussion because of its bold style. Some people described the look as stylish, creative and confident, while others compared it to the fashion style associated with former DRC President Mobutu Sese Seko.
The comparisons sparked different reactions online as social media users shared opinions about the singer’s appearance. The outfit’s military-inspired look and hat became part of the discussion surrounding his performance at the event.
Despite the comparisons, Bien later appeared to suggest that his fashion choice had a different meaning. The singer shared a photo of Patrice Lumumba on his Instagram Stories, leading to speculation that the outfit may have been inspired by the Congolese independence leader.
Patrice Lumumba remains one of Africa’s most recognised symbols of independence, pan-Africanism and resistance against colonial rule. Some people viewed Bien’s outfit as a tribute to African history and identity.
The outfit continued attracting attention after the summit, with many agreeing that Bien once again managed to place himself at the centre of conversation through his fashion and artistic expression.
