CATHY MATETE CONFRONTS KENYAN LEADERS IN THE POWERFUL ‘WE WON’T BE SILENT’
Cathy Matete steps into the studio with a clear purpose, carrying stories she has heard in crowded streets and busy markets. She turns those voices into We Won’t Be Silent, an evocative roots reggae recording produced by Natures Way Entertainment with Sweet Water Spawn Music. The track targets perceived injustices in Kenya and speaks directly to politicians facing public mistrust.
Music production artist Garfield Cowan produced the track for Natures Way Entertainment and VPAL, the independent arm of VP Records. Moreover, Matete explains We Won’t Be Silent reflects low confidence among Kenyans in elected officials.
MATETE TURNS STREET STORIES INTO A CALL FOR TRUTH AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Her soulful vocals glide over a timeless roots rock riddim with warm bass and melodic guitar lines. Uplifting harmonies support the track, created for the Roots Rock Reggae riddim compilation. Meanwhile, the message promotes unity, courage and shared purpose.
The official video builds on this story, showing scenes of community strength and empowerment. Therefore, the visuals reinforce her role as a voice of purpose in modern reggae.
The Roots Rock Reggae project gathers momentum with the release of Roots Rock Reggae by Zamunda and Fantan Mojah. Also, Matete adds strong energy to this movement.
We Won’t Be Silent positions her as a bold figure within the genre, offering music which speaks to global awareness and collective duty.
ABOUT CATHY MATETE
Cathy Matete grew up in Nairobi, listening to city streets and local rhythms, and turned those stories into music. She fuses lovers rock, roots reggae and neo-soul with African languages, shaping one of East Africa’s most distinctive reggae voices.
Her singles, including Miles Away and No Retreat, carry clarity and emotional depth. Collaborations with Blaqk Sheep, Countryman 868 and ZJ Dymond expand her reach, while awards and live shows confirm her as a bold, pan-African artist.
