Acclaimed musician Bensoul is navigating a period of deep sorrow as he bids farewell to his beloved mother, Susan Nzembi, who has been laid to rest. The soulful artist, known for his emotive lyrics, had previously opened up about the challenges of his childhood, growing up in the slums of Embu under the care of a single parent.
Reflecting on his formative years in a past interview, Bensoul shared, “I was born and raised in Embu in a slum called Dallas. I have been raised by a single mum. My father left us. I have a big sister called Lucy; basically, my big sister raised me.”
The heartbreaking news of Susan Nzembi’s passing was confirmed by Bensoul himself, who took to social media to share a poignant photo from her funeral. In a touching caption, he bid his mother farewell, writing, “Rest well, my first love. I love you, Mum.”
Over the weekend, during a concert attended by his devoted fans, Bensoul addressed the audience with the somber revelation of his mother’s recent demise. Despite the weight of the loss, the artist expressed gratitude and resilience, saying, “Rest in peace to my mama. She left us last week, but right here we are having a good time celebrating. Her name is Suzana, so mnaimba Suzana with passion, au sio?” (Let’s sing Suzana with passion, shall we?)
As the news of Susan Nzembi’s passing reverberates through the music community and beyond, Bensoul’s fans join him in mourning the loss of his mother. The artist continues to receive an outpouring of support and condolences during this challenging time.
