Why Bien Is The Epitome Of Success Of Any Kenyan Artist

Written by Edwin Agesa on Tuesday, 8 April 2025.

Bien-Aime Baraza is not new to many fans of Kenyan music as he has been at the top of his game ever since he set foot in the industry with Sauti Sol over a decade ago. The singer has embodied what it means to be a superstar and staying consistent in his craft. His latest achievements have gone to prove that he is one of the most hardworking artists in the country.

The former Sauti Sol lead singer has transcended what fellow Kenyan artists can only dream of. Bien has continued to soar to heights that can only be captured in so many artists wildest of dreams. However, these fetes did not throw themselves in his lap like a magician’s wave of the hand. He has earned every single one of them.

All his years of hard work are finally paying off because he took time to build his craft. Through Sol Generation and Sautisol, Bien took the opportunity to perfect his artistry. The singer has always been overworking in his songs. He has kept a good management system by his side and conquered markets we never thought he could.

Bien has always presented himself and gone after opportunities that better his credit score and give him superstar milestones. His recent collaboration with Tanzanian powerhouse Marioo led him to being one of the most listened foreign acts in the country. The song Nairobi not only appealed to the local audience but also gave Bien new listeners from Tanzania, a market that has always been harsh to penetrate.

The latest triumph from him is his win as the best live performer in East Africa at the just concluded Africa Arts Entertainment Awards. Bien also received some great news last week when he got a 01 Visa that allows him to go in and out of the USA for performances with ease!

All this bares evidence on what success looks like for a Kenyan artist who is at the top of his game. At the moment, whenever top artists are mentioned in the country, his name comes up top. That’s success.