About Genge
Genge is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop and music of East Africa.
From Wikipedia
Genge music is a genre of hip-hop music influenced by dancehall, originating from Nairobi, Kenya in the 1990s. The term "Genge" was coined by producer Clemo and popularized by Kenyan rappers Jua Cali and Nonini at Calif Records. The genre is commonly performed in Sheng, a mixture Swahili, English and various local dialects. The word "Genge" itself comes from Sheng slang, meaning "a group or a mass of people."
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Genge.
- ↑ hip-hop
- ↑ music of East Africa
Related genres
Frequently asked questions
What is Genge?
Genge is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of hip-hop and music of East Africa.