Ugandan singer Fik Gaza has opened up about the challenges musicians are facing in an industry where politics and entertainment increasingly appear to overlap.
Speaking during an interview on Record FM, the singer said political divisions can create difficulties for artists, especially those who depend on a wide fan base to sustain their careers.
Fik Gaza explained that he prefers not to openly take sides in political debates because his audience is made up of people with different political views.
“As a ghetto youth, I cannot pick sides. I need both NRM and NUP,” he said.
According to the singer, publicly aligning with one political camp can sometimes come at a cost, as some fans may distance themselves from an artist because of their political views.
“I don’t want to go deep into that because it will bring problems in my fan base,” he added.
For Fik Gaza, the issue is not simply about politics but also about survival in an industry where musicians rely heavily on concerts, performances and their relationship with fans. 
His comments come at a time when political discussions continue to influence Uganda’s entertainment scene, with musicians occasionally finding themselves caught between their personal views and the expectations of their audiences.
Rather than risk dividing his supporters, Fik Gaza says he would rather maintain a neutral position and concentrate on his music.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Fik Gaza says politics is creating challenges for Uganda’s music industry.
- The singer prefers not to publicly take sides between political parties.
- He says he needs supporters from different political camps.
- Gaza believes political affiliations can affect an artist’s fan base.
- He wants to keep his focus on music and his career.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Fik Gaza’s remarks highlight the difficult balance musicians sometimes have to maintain between expressing personal opinions and protecting their careers.
With Uganda’s music industry heavily dependent on live shows and fan support, the singer believes remaining open to audiences across the political divide is important for his continued growth.
