Pioneer gospel musician Shari Martin has sadly passed away. Shari was best known for his hit song "Rafiki Pesa," which gained immense popularity in the early '90s. His death was announced by Douglas Jivs Jiveti, who said, "Pioneer gospel musician Shari Martin has sadly passed on. Very gifted musician: Creative composer, strong lyrics, wonderful voice... Legend! May God rest his soul in eternal peace."
Martin had been ill and hospitalized for about a week at Kenyatta National Hospital, where he ultimately succumbed to his illness. Below are some condolence messages from his fans:
arshon_felix: When gospel was gospel, I used to go to church, but these days I can't even share the same God with Ruto. May he rest easy.
thee_musiku.cedric: RIP legend, we'll remember you always for your art.
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hon.davidmwangi: This song was always played after lunch news when I was in Kindergarten. May he rest in peace.
_takeshi_8: He was one of a kind... every Sunday on most radio stations ❤️
be.ing162: 😢😢😢R.I.P. You made me love "Rafiki Pesa."
moneyblack_yrn: So sad 😞 Mungu ailaze roho yake mahali pema peponi
