Kenyan rapper Toxic Lyrikali has reached a major career milestone after his hit song “Chinje” surpassed 20 million views on YouTube.
The achievement was reported on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, with fans describing the song as the most-watched Kenyan rap song in history.
‘Chinje’ Reaches 20 Million Views
“Chinje” was released in November 2024 and quickly became one of Toxic Lyrikali’s biggest songs. The official music video was published on YouTube on November 2, 2024. It has since attracted millions of views and helped push the Kayole-born rapper further into Kenya’s hip-hop conversation.
Toxic also acknowledged the milestone on Instagram on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, thanking the fans and supporters who helped the song reach the 20-million mark.
From ‘Chinje’ to a Growing Catalogue
While “Chinje” remains his defining breakthrough, Toxic Lyrikali has continued releasing music throughout 2026. His catalogue includes songs such as “Backbencher,” “Hate,” “Thugnificent,” “Long Story,” “Mfisadi” and “Lowkey.”
He has also collaborated with several Kenyan artists as he expands his catalogue. One of his recent collaborations is “Hongo Ya Karao Vol. II,” featuring Mauru Gwash and Kapitani.
The official video was released in August 2026 and has already surpassed 3 million YouTube views.
Toxic Lyrikali Keeps the Momentum Going
The rapper has remained active beyond the success of “Chinje”. His recent releases include “Stone,” “Hate,” “Dumpsite,” “Bad Everyday,” “Jaa Jaa” and “Otero.”
His latest music has also continued appearing on YouTube’s Kenya music charts. For the week ending September 10, “Hongo Ya Karao Vol. 2” ranked among the most-streamed YouTube tracks in Kenya, according to YouTube chart data compiled by Soundcharts and Kworb.
A Major Moment for Kenyan Hip-Hop
The 20-million-view milestone puts Toxic Lyrikali in the spotlight as Kenyan hip-hop continues to find new audiences through digital platforms.
For the rapper, “Chinje” has become more than a successful release. It is now one of the defining songs of his rise. With new collaborations and releases continuing to attract attention, Toxic Lyrikali is building on the momentum created by his breakout hit.
Toxic Lyrikali’s “Chinje” has crossed 20 million YouTube views, marking a major milestone for the Kenyan rapper. The achievement further cements the song’s place in Kenya’s digital music landscape while giving Toxic another major chapter in his growing career.
