Nyandua Has Several Meaning- 'Yesu Ni Nyandue' Pastor Explains What He Meant In Song But Kenyans Aren't Buying It

Following his controversial gospel song “Yesu Ni Nyandue” that set the internet ablaze, it was only right for Eldoret-based Gospel singer William Getumbe to try and explain what he meant in the song.

A majority of Kenyans, however, didn’t buy his view on why he released a song about having sex with Jesus.

During an interview with Nairobi News, Getumbe addressed criticism surrounding his latest song, asserting that those condemning his work lack moral integrity themselves.

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He claimed that “Nyandua” -which means having sex- has several other meanings too.

“In my song, I was petitioning God for elevation. Even Jesus, in his teachings, didn’t reveal everything openly. Nyandua has many meanings. It is slang, but Kenyans have sexualised its connotation. Music often employs indirect language as a form of creativity,” said the pastor.

He further called out fellow Christians, accusing many of them of consuming pornography despite denouncing his music.

When asked about the possibility of performing Yesu Ni Nyandue in a church setting, Getumbe expressed willingness to do so if invited. He highlighted his extensive musical career, noting six albums released prior to his latest song.

“If they deem my song inappropriate, why do they engage in such activities? Why do they contribute to the popularity of secular artists like Diamond? It’s ironic that these same Christians fail to support gospel musicians,” he lamented.

Titled “Yesu Ninyandue,” the audio of the controversial song on Getumbe’s YouTube channel has attracted significant attention, accumulating 14k views since its debut on February 12. Due to its explicit content, the song is rated for audiences aged 18 years and over.

In the song he sings:

“Yesu ninyandue, yesu ninyandue, nipate mimba ya imani,” goes part of the lyrics which we will not translate because of the level of vulgarity.

“Umekubali kunyanduliwa mimi ni bikira kama Mariamu, ulimnyandua hata maji ya uzima, hata mimi baba ninyandue, niingize forever, baraka forever. Yesu ninyandue ingia ndani,” he sings along.

Kenyans however don’t buy his explanation with a majority claiming he was just looking for attention and that most gospel artists aren’t after praising God but rather after money.