Breaking:The Uganda National Cultural Centre (UNCC) has summoned popular artists Gereson Wabuyi, known as Gravity Omutujju, and Mukasa Yasin, also known as Lil Pazo Lunabe, over concerns about explicit and vulgar content in their music.

Invitation for Dialogue

In a letter dated December 3, Phina Mugerwa, also known as Masanyalaze, on behalf of UNCC, extended an invitation to the two musicians for a meeting to address these concerns.

The meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 9, 2024, at the National Theatre, starting at 10:00 AM.

“In the capacity of our mandate, which is to preserve, promote, and popularize art and culture locally and internationally, I am delighted to invite you for a meeting,” Mugerwa wrote.

Purpose of the Meeting

The letter highlighted that the primary aim of the meeting is to engage the artists in a dialogue regarding the “vulgar content” associated with their songs.

Among the works cited are Gravity Omutujju’s songs Okwepicha, Enyama, Doozi, and his latest release, Omunio. Lil Pazo Lunabe’s tracks, including Enkudi and Ensuju, were also mentioned.

“All this content does not align with Ugandan norms, culture, and the creative sector as a whole,” Mugerwa stated.

She further emphasized the need to ensure that the creative industry upholds cultural values and sustainability for future generations.

Public Reaction to Gravity Omutujju’s Music

Unlike Lil Pazo Lunabe, Gravity Omutujju is widely known for controversial music. His previous releases, such as Doctor and Okwepicha, have faced public criticism for their explicit content.

The release of his latest song, Omunio, has sparked widespread outrage on social media, with many calling for government intervention to ban the track.

Critics argue that the song’s explicit lyrics promote negative behavior and disregard cultural values.

UNCC’s Call for Responsibility

UNCC’s move to summon the artists aims to promote a constructive conversation about the role of musicians in shaping societal values through their art.

Mugerwa expressed hope that the dialogue will encourage the artists to adopt a more culturally respectful approach to their music while continuing to entertain their audiences.

The artists are expected to attend the meeting in person to discuss how their work can positively contribute to Uganda’s creative industry.

The UNCC remains committed to preserving Uganda’s cultural heritage and ensuring that art and music align with the country’s values.

The outcome of this meeting will likely set a precedent for addressing similar issues in the creative sector moving forward.