Kenya, Sept. 2 -- Fans are talking about Octopizzo Kaligraph dispute again because of a controversial interview. "Rapper mwingine amejaa anavaa tu sweatpants..January to December," Octopizzo said. Kaligraph Jones is the target, according to sources privy with sweatpants.

This brings back their long-standing feud in Kenyan hip music. A lot of people look for updates on the Octopizzo Kaligraph beef to see if it becomes worse. For years, the two have fought over abilities and accomplishments.

Octopizzo's reply suggests that his opponent is either lazy or doesn't have any style. People on social media were shocked and wanted to know what had caused this. Henry Ohanga, also known as Octopizzo, went from the streets of Kibera to hip hop fame.

Songs like "Sijawahi" and "Oya" give him a voice for young people. He supports community causes by mixing activism with music. His style is rough and full of energy, and it always pushes the limits. Brian Ouko Omollo, also known as Kaligraph Jones or Papa Jones, is from Kayole.

He became famous all around the world with songs like Yego and Mazishi. He got nominated for BET and won AFRIMA awards. He is known for his complicated songs about how hard life may be and how it can lead to success.

Both of these rappers say they are the best in Kenyan rap. Their fight started in 2007. Kaligraph won a freestyle combat, which made Octopizzo mad. He thought it was going to take his place.

Since then, there have been quiet jabs and fights in public. After Juliani posted a picture in 2015, diss recordings became viral on social media. Octopizzo stayed out, but things were still tense.

Kaligraph called out Octopizzo for allegedly purchasing views on YouTube in 2020. He blamed Octo bots for the reduction in views on his song "Lwanda Magere." Octopizzo hit back forcefully, calling him confused and telling him to stop talking about it.

Fans chose sides, which helped both streams. In 2021, Octopizzo and Kaligraph got into a fight about politics. Kaligraph went with a group to meet with then DP William Ruto about helping artists with COVID.

Octopizzo called it opportunistic and turned down invitations himself. He said they were using art and politics to get money. King Kaka supported Octo and called out the bunch.

Kaligraph said it was real hustle speak. That fight ended, but it left scars. Kaligraph told Obinna in 2023 that Octopizzo just doesn't like him for no reason. He praised Octo's rise but added that no one, not even Nyashinski or King Kaka, can rap as well as he can.

Octopizzo shot back harshly, suggesting that style is more important than talent. The colour of the sweatpants suits with their style digs. Octopizzo regularly makes fun of how rivals seem or how consistent they are.

From January to December, it means being lazy all year and not changing. People close to Octo think it's about Kaligraph's new album, The Book of Jones 1st Chapter, which came out in April 2025.

Fans are arguing about whether it's true hate or just a promotion. Kaligraph hasn't answered yet, but history shows that he will. There were times when they made up, as when they hung up in 2019 or gave each other shoutouts in 2024.

Octopizzo said that beef is good for hip hop as long as it sells. But they still have hopes of working together, and both are teasing new songs. Why does the conflict between Octopizzo and Kaligraph last?

Like in the US, Kenyan hip hop thrives on competition. It gets people talking, seeing, and buying. But it weakens unity in a competitive field. Fans adore the drama, but they want calm.

Some recent X posts on social media show support for OG respect. One person said that Octopizzo's beef makes sense now. Kaligraph has not responded directly as of September 2025.

Look for diss tunes or interviews. Their stories give slum youth hope as they chase their aspirations while dealing with fights. The Octopizzo Kaligraph feud illustrates the real side of rap.

The quip about the sweatpants brings back old flames, which keeps the Octopizzo Kaligraph beef updates hot. It's hip hop at its core, from fights to shade. I hope it leads to prosperity and not more war. Kenyan fans, keep tuned for the next twist.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.