D.K’s music touched on a wide range of issues in society celebrating Kikuyu heritage, addressing political themes, and offering sharp social commentary. Yet, ironically, it was his love songs that landed him in trouble with the authorities of the day. Two of his big hits, Muriiki and the widely celebrated Nana, released in late 1976, were banned in 1977 by the Voice of Kenya (VoK). After reviewing the tracks, the broadcasting corporation ruled them unfit for airplay, citing two reasons: 1) Nana'