The ‘Show me’ hit maker was seen shaking the hands of mourners who were seated on his right and chose to ignore Ali Kiba who was seated right next to him.

In a recent interview with the playlist, Harmonize stated that he did greet him but he did not shake his hands. He stated that he said hello by word of mouth.

His reason for not giving the ‘Seduce me’ heavy hitter a handshake was, “Diamond extended his hand for a greeting and Ali Kiba responded coldly to his greeting (alimgeuzia mkono) and I decided to say hi ‘kwa sauti .” adding that Maybe King Kiba doesn't like it when people shake his hand.

He added that, “Majority of those who were complaining were not at the event. People are judging according to how they think. Ali Kiba is someone who deserves respect because he has built a name for Tanzanian music industry. I respect him and cannot ignore greeting him.”

Harmonize’s move not to shake Ali Kiba’s hand was widely criticized and pestered by fans. Online users complained and even tagged him in his social media handles. He replied to fan through the comment section and said, “Sasa kaka angu #Simba na Usimba wake wote kamsalimia kamgeuzia kiganja ningejipeleka mimi si angenipa kisigino cha pale. Hebu wacheni kunichonganisha na king wa Bongo bana.!