Bien’s new song ‘I’ll Be Okay’ has taken over the No. 1 spot on Apple Music’s Top 100 chart in Kenya, pushing Asake’s ‘Forgiveness’ and ‘Gratitude’ to the second and third positions, respectively.
The Kenyan singer is enjoying a major moment as his latest release takes the lead ahead of one of Africa’s biggest Afrobeats stars. Asake, who has continued to attract listeners across the continent, now occupies the next two positions with his songs ‘Forgiveness’ and ‘Gratitude’.
For Bien, the latest chart performance is another exciting moment in his musical journey, with the singer continuing to make his mark as a solo artist after years of entertaining fans as part of Sauti Sol.
Bien Takes Over the Charts
Bien-Aimé Baraza, popularly known as Bien, has established himself as one of Kenya’s most recognisable musical talents, thanks to his distinctive voice, songwriting skills and ability to connect with audiences.
Since stepping further into his solo career, the singer has continued to release music that keeps his name in conversations across the local entertainment scene.
Now, ‘I’ll Be Okay’ has secured the top position on Apple Music’s Top 100 chart in Kenya, placing Bien ahead of Asake, whose two tracks complete the top three.
The achievement is particularly notable given the popularity of Nigerian music in Kenya, where Afrobeats has built a strong following among listeners who enjoy sounds from across Africa.
With Bien claiming the top spot, the latest chart offers a reminder that Kenyan artists can compete for listeners’ attention alongside established continental stars.
And while streaming charts can change quickly, reaching number one gives a song significant visibility and an opportunity to attract even more listeners.
Asake Still Holds Strong
Although Bien has claimed the top position, Asake is not doing badly either.
The Nigerian singer has secured both the second and third spots, with ‘Forgiveness’ coming in at number two and ‘Gratitude’ following at number three.
Having two songs in the top three highlights Asake’s continued presence on the Kenyan music scene, even as Bien takes the lead.
Asake has become one of the prominent names in contemporary Afrobeats, with his music reaching audiences well beyond Nigeria. His sound has found fans across Africa, including Kenya, where Nigerian artists regularly feature in streaming conversations.
The current chart positions put the two artists in the spotlight, with Bien leading the pack while Asake maintains a strong presence just behind him.
For music fans, it is an interesting mix of local talent and international influence, showing how Kenyan listeners continue to enjoy music from different parts of the continent.
A Win for Kenyan Music?
Bien’s performance is also likely to excite fans who have been following the growth of Kenya’s music industry.
Local artists have increasingly been working to expand their audiences through streaming platforms, collaborations and releases aimed at reaching listeners both at home and abroad.
While a chart position alone does not tell the whole story of an artist’s success, having a Kenyan song lead a competitive streaming chart is an encouraging moment for the local industry.
Bien’s journey from Sauti Sol to his solo career has allowed him to explore his own sound while maintaining the recognition he earned as part of the celebrated group.
His latest chart achievement adds another talking point to that journey.
It also comes amid ongoing conversations about the visibility of Kenyan music in a market where Nigerian Afrobeats and other regional sounds attract considerable attention.
For local fans, seeing Bien ahead of Asake’s two tracks will certainly make the latest Apple Music rankings worth watching.
