For the first time since the release of her new music video for Antennae, artist Zuchu has addressed the creative concept behind the visuals, following some speculation that the video’s symbolism was occult-themed.

Speaking to entertainment journalists at JKIA upon her arrival in Kenya for a Saturday show, Zuchu was asked about the unique creativity featured in the video, particularly her choice of outfit and the imagery it evoked.Nearby concert ticketsOnline shopping experiences in Kenya

Some viewers had expressed concern that her outfit hinted at occult symbolism, sparking online debate. Zuchu was quick to deny any connection to dark forces or sinister meanings, explaining that those who know her personally would confirm that the video’s theme was purely artistic.

"For those who know me, they’ll tell you it’s just a video. I love God more than anything else, and I don’t even know if this thing called 'Illuminati' is real," she said in defense of her creative direction.

The singer stated that the video was a form of acting and that her intention was simply to try something new and innovative while performing in the video.

"It was just acting. I wanted to create something completely new while performing in the video—that’s all," she explained.

Zuchu, who was accompanied by Diamond Platnumz for the Furaha Fest concert in Nairobi that Saturday, further clarified that her work was just another artistic expression, much like any other piece of creative content produced by artists worldwide.

The controversy surrounding Zuchu mirrors the drama sparked in March 2024 by Nigerian Afrobeats star Asake, whose video for Only Me faced accusations of mocking Christianity.

The video featured Asake in Christian regalia, with a halo around his head, throwing money at dancers dressed in a similar manner.

The video quickly ignited a social media storm, with many condemning Asake for disrespecting the Christian faith. "Asake keeps disrespecting the Christian faith in his music videos," one user wrote on X, while others called for him to pull the video.

The video, which includes dancers singing the refrain "we get money," was interpreted by some as a satirical commentary on charismatic preachers.