Samidoh’s popular song “Toxic Love” has been removed from YouTube following a copyright infringement claim by gospel singer SK Ruri and comedian Morey Wakibiru. The duo alleges that “Toxic Love” closely mirrors the melody of their earlier track, “Thutha wa Maundu,” released six months prior.
Despite attempts to resolve the matter amicably, SK Ruri and Morey Wakibiru claim that Samidoh was uncooperative, leading them to file a complaint with YouTube. Consequently, the platform removed “Toxic Love” on February 6, 2025.
Before its removal, “Toxic Love” had garnered significant attention, trending at number one for a week and amassing over 4 million views. Released on December 10, 2024, the song delved into themes of love and betrayal, leading many to speculate about its connection to Samidoh’s personal experiences.
This incident underscores the importance of originality and respect for intellectual property in the music industry. It also highlights the challenges artists face in protecting their creative works and the potential repercussions of copyright disputes.
For those interested in the song at the center of this dispute, you can listen to “Thutha wa Maundu” by SK Ruri and Morey Wakibiru here:
