Kenyan R&B sensation Otile Brown has been left heartbroken after his Ethiopian ex-girlfriend, Nabayet, tied the knot in a stunning and vibrant wedding held over the weekend. The glamorous event, filled with traditional elegance and luxury, marked the start of a new chapter for Nabayet, fondly known as Nabbi. Dressed in a radiant white gown, the bride looked breathtaking as glimpses of the ceremony surfaced briefly on social media, capturing the attention of fans.
The news appeared to catch Otile off guard, as he shared a cryptic message on his Instagram Stories shortly after the wedding clips started circulating. The singer expressed both surprise and disappointment, revealing that he had just mentioned Nabayet in an upcoming song set to be released soon. “How does she get married after I’ve just mentioned her in my new song dropping tomorrow? Now I feel dumb,” he wrote.
The two had once been one of the most admired celebrity couples in East Africa. Their chemistry and public displays of affection captured the hearts of many fans. However, their romance eventually ended in January 2022. Following the breakup, Otile had opened up about their efforts to rekindle the relationship, explaining that despite giving it another try, they decided it was best to part ways. According to him, their separation was amicable, and they both maintained mutual respect and understanding.
Despite the gracious tone surrounding their breakup, Otile’s recent reaction shows that he may have still harbored hopes of a reunion, or at least wasn’t prepared for Nabayet to move on so soon—and so publicly. His emotional response sparked mixed reactions among fans, many of whom flooded comment sections with humorous and sympathetic takes.
Some fans poked fun at the situation, with comments suggesting he should edit the song to avoid embarrassment. Others offered tongue-in-cheek encouragement, joking that heartbreak might just be the fuel he needs to create better music. “At least we’ll have better songs now… He must get heartbroken for him to work,” one commenter noted, reflecting a common perception that pain often leads to artistic brilliance.
However, not all responses were light-hearted. Some followers criticized Otile for appearing to use the moment to promote his upcoming track. Others empathized with him, noting the sting of seeing someone you once loved move on, especially when it catches you unprepared.
In the midst of this emotional whirlwind, past links to rapper Sylvia Ssaru also resurfaced. Ssaru had previously admitted to having a crush on Otile but eventually gave up after he failed to reciprocate or pursue her. Her candid confession had added another dimension to Otile’s public romantic history, showing a pattern of missed connections and unfulfilled possibilities.
As Otile navigates the latest chapter of heartache, fans are waiting to see if his upcoming release will shed more light on his feelings or offer a melodic tribute to a love that didn’t last. One thing is certain—Otile Brown knows how to wear his heart on his sleeve, and his music continues to be a reflection of the highs and lows of love.
