Ugandan music icon Jose Chameleone has made an emotional appeal to his fans and the public, calling on them to appreciate him and other living artists while they still have the opportunity.
Chameleone made the remarks while reflecting on the death of veteran musician Moses Matovu, saying the loss had deeply affected him and prompted him to question why people often celebrate and recognize individuals more after their death.
“Appreciate me when I’m still alive. The other people died, but I’m still alive. Why is that a discussion?” Chameleone said.
The Valu Valu hitmaker appeared to use the moment to highlight what he sees as a common tendency in society—waiting until someone has passed away before fully acknowledging their contribution, talent and impact. 
For Chameleone, appreciation should not be reserved for memorial services, tributes or moments of grief. He urged people to extend the same recognition and humanity to those who are still alive and able to receive it.
The singer also touched on the way people judge those who have made mistakes in life. He suggested that while individuals may be held accountable for their actions, their mistakes should not erase their humanity or the contributions they have made.
His comments come at a time when the Ugandan music industry continues to mourn the loss of veteran figures whose careers helped shape the country’s entertainment scene.
HIGHLIGHTS
- – Jose Chameleone has urged fans to appreciate him while he is still alive.
- – The singer reflected on the death of veteran musician Moses Matovu.
- – Chameleone questioned why people often celebrate artists more after their death.
- – He also called for greater understanding and humanity toward people who have made mistakes.
- – His remarks have sparked a wider conversation about appreciating artists during their lifetime.
TAKEAWAY
Chameleone’s message goes beyond his own career. It is a reminder that appreciation means more when it reaches people while they are still alive to hear it, rather than being expressed only after they are gone.
