Kayvo Kforce
Kayvo Kforce | |
|---|---|
| Born | Kevin Ambalwa May 29, 1989 Nairobi, Kenya |
| Genres | Hip hop, drill |
| Occupations | Rapper, music producer, actor |
| Years active | 2008–present |
Kevin Ambalwa (born 29 May 1989), professionally known as Kayvo Kforce, is a Kenyan rapper, music producer and actor from Nairobi, Kenya. He is known for his contributions to the Kenyan hip hop scene, collaborations with several East African artists, and the release of the diss track "Kill A King".[1]
Career
Kayvo Kforce began his music career in 2008 as part of Kenya's underground hip hop movement. His music incorporates themes of street culture, social issues and urban life in Nairobi, particularly in areas such as Dandora and Eastlands.
He gained wider recognition following the release of the diss track "Kill A King", which referenced several Kenyan hip hop artists including Khaligraph Jones, Octopizzo, Rabbit, and Juliani.[2]
Kayvo has collaborated with artists including Maluda, Khaligraph Jones, Zj Heno, Lon Jon, Nazizi, M.I Abaga and Bamboo. He also participated in the Coke Studio Africa cypher alongside M.I Abaga, Nazizi, Khaligraph Jones and Bamboo.[3]
Outside music, he has been involved in youth mentorship initiatives in Dandora through music-based community programs.
In 2021, he released the drill-influenced studio album Namba Nane Drill.[4]
Discography
Albums
- Namba Nane Drill (2021)[5]
Selected singles
| Year | Title | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | "Death Wish" | [6] | |
| 2014 | "Walai" | with Davinci | [7] |
| 2016 | "Iz You Down" | by Zj Heno featuring Khaligraph Jones, Lon Jon and Kayvo Kforce | [8] |
| 2016 | "Glory To The King" | by Maluda featuring Kayvo Kforce | [9] |
| 2016 | "I Do It" | [10] | |
| 2016 | "Sipendi Madrama" | featuring Voste Wade | [11] |
References
- ^ "Kayvo Kforce Takes Down Juliani, Khaligraph, Rabbit and Octopizzo in Less Than 3 Minutes!". Mdundo. Retrieved 15 May 2026.
- ^ "Kayvo Kforce Takes Down Juliani, Khaligraph, Rabbit and Octopizzo in Less Than 3 Minutes!". Mdundo. Retrieved 15 May 2026.
- ^ "MI, Kforce, Bamboo, Khaligraph and Nazizi – Cypher Coke Studio Africa". Coca-Cola Company. Archived from the original on 29 March 2017. Retrieved 28 March 2017.
- ^ "Stream Kayvo Kforce's 'Namba Nane Drill' studio album". Biggest Kaka. 2021-10-29. Retrieved 22 November 2022.
- ^ "Stream Kayvo Kforce's 'Namba Nane Drill' studio album". Biggest Kaka. 2021-10-29. Retrieved 22 November 2022.
- ^ "Video: Kayvo Kforce – Death Wish". Media101 KE. Archived from the original on 7 September 2018. Retrieved 7 September 2018.
- ^ "Kayvo Kforce & Davinci – Walai". YouTube. Retrieved 15 May 2026.
- ^ "Zj Heno – Iz You Down". Biggest Kaka. Retrieved 15 May 2026.
- ^ "Glory To The King by Maluda featuring Kayvo Kforce". Daily Nation. Retrieved 15 May 2026.
- ^ "VIDEO: Kayvo Kforce & DJ Killbill – I Do It". NotJustOk. Retrieved 15 May 2026.
- ^ "Kayvo Kforce introduces a new act with this new release". Biggest Kaka. Retrieved 15 May 2026.
External links
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