Issah Mmari Wangui (May 20, 1981 – March 16, 2003), better known by his stage name E-Sir, was a Kenyan hip hop artist. He was the elder brother to fellow Kenyan rapper Habib. He was famous for his deft lyrical ability and command of the Swahili language.

2025年1月21日 · For a brief moment in 2003, my favourite musician, E-Sir, would come back from the dead. It had been a few months since the news had reached us through the smuggled Palito Scan radio sets we hid from the pervading eyes of the teachers on duty.

Issah Mmari Wangui (May 20, 1981 – March 16, 2003), better known by his stage name E-Sir, was a Kenyan hip hop artist. He was the elder brother to fellow Kenyan rapper Habib. He was famous for his deft lyrical ability and command of the Swahili language.

Issah Mmari Wangui popularly known as E-Sir, was a pioneering Kenyan rapper and one of the most influential figures in the East African music scene. He grew up in South C, a neighborhood known for its vibrant youth culture.

Issa Mmari Wangui (May 20, 1981 — March 16, 2003), better known by his stage name E-Sir, was a Kenyan hip hop artist. He was known for his impressive lyrical ability, which was...

Issah Mmari (May 20, 1981 - March 16, 2003) better known by his stage name E-Sir was a Kenyan hip hop artist signed to the Ogopa Deejays label. He was famous for his deft lyrical ability and command of the Swahili language. Even long after his death, he is still widely regarded as one the best rappers to emerge on the Kenyan hip hop scene.

2023年8月1日 · Born Issah Mmari, E-Sir was a gifted Kenyan rapper and songwriter whose rise to fame was marked by his distinctive style, powerful lyrics, and a deep connection with his fans. Though his life was cut short at a young age, E-Sir’s legacy endures, and his contributions to the East African music scene continue to inspire and resonate with fans ...

2024年9月17日 · Despite passing on over 2 decades ago, his music still resonates with his fans not only in Kenya but also in the entire East Africa. E-sir was a trendsetter and most importantly one of the pioneer artists in the rap industry in Kenya. His impact was huge such that even after his death, his songs have been a reference point to new artists.

E-Sir is considered by many as the greatest Kenyan rapper of all time due to his lyrical prowess and his mastery of Swahili language evident in his raps. E Sir played a vital role in spearheading Kenyan hiphop into the mainstream, competing highly with international music.

Born Issah Mmari, on May 20th 1981 in California Estate, Nairobi, Kenya, E-Sir was a Kenyan hip hop artist signed to the Ogopa DJs label who was famous for his deft lyrical ability and command of the Swahili language. He is still widely regarded …