By Muisyo Myles || Obinna Tv Studios
Nairobi, Kenya – October 7, 2025
The outpouring of grief over Shalkido’s untimely death has taken a different turn with the emergence of chilling WhatsApp screenshots. In these private messages, the late Sailors 254 member openly threatens to end his life, confessing exhaustion with existence to a prominent Kenyan celebrity who responds with urgent pleas to reconsider and promises that “all would be well.”
Shared on social media platforms amid tributes, the exchange dated May 26, 2024 captures Shalkido’s profound despair in Sheng and Kikuyu: “Kafa githii sana bro. Nimechoka tu na life Bigbroo.” This translates to a raw admission of being overwhelmed by life, questioning if divine intervention could turn things around. He delves deeper into his pain, citing failed opportunities and career.
The recipient replies with compassion and resolve: “God got you bro” advising against rash actions. The exchange shows how the late shalkido faced isolation, but its resurfacing now amplifies calls for mental health support in the industry.
These shocking texts drops mere hours after Shalkido’s family announced his passing at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH) from catastrophic injuries (a shattered leg and traumatic brain swelling) inflicted in the predawn crash on October 5 along Thika Road. The artist had just wrapped a high-energy midnight gig at Nightfall Park in Thika, where his performance alongside peers left audiences buzzing, unaware of the tragedy awaiting him on his motorbike ride home.
Social media is ablaze with reactions, from heartbroken fans sharing the screenshots to industry voices decrying the lack of follow-up care. “These texts show Shalkido was screaming for help—why do our artists have to suffer in silence?” one viral X post lamented, garnering thousands of retweets. Another user reflected on a recent interview where Shalkido hinted at his inner turmoil: “This hits different now. Gone too soon, bro.”
From his roots to co-crafting Gengetone anthems like “Wamlambez” and later infusing Mugithi with street-edge flair, Shalkido’s trajectory embodied resilience until it didn’t.
Shalkido leaves behind a wife, one child, and a discography that pulsed with unfiltered truth. His final stage moment was pure fire; his final texts, a flickering plea. Let this be the catalyst for change no more ignored whispers in the spotlight. Rest in power, Shalkido Ga Cucu. 🕊️
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