During our on-ground research into the top 10 songs hitting in Uganda, we uncovered an intriguing trend: emerging music artists, previously unknown to the author, are topping the Ugandan music charts. This observation highlighted the need to fully understand the dynamics behind hit songs in Uganda. Here’s what we’ve…
One notable pattern is the rise of one-hit wonders, whose breakout tracks often even cross borders. Examples include Party After Party by Big Trill, Tumbiza Sound by Eezy, Kachumbali by Quex Music, Wipolo by Pastor George Okudi, and Embooko by Master Blaster. Despite releasing music before and after these hits, these artists rarely replicate their initial success.
Disclaimer: While this is a case study, there are other artists in Uganda, like Jose Chameleone, David Lutalo, Eddy Kenzo, and Bobi Wine, whose careers, spanning over a decade, are defined by numerous and even bigger hits.
The second category includes artists whose subsequently released songs enjoy short-lived success, typically fading within 2-3 years. Even with improvements in their craft and consistent new music releases, these artists struggle to recapture the spotlight they once held. No mentions, lol.
The third category are artists who only get attention under specific individuals or entities, often referred to as “music gatekeepers” (whatever that term implies). When these artists part ways with their mentors, often producers or management, their ability to produce hits often diminishes, despite efforts to refine their style. A renowned name in this context is Jeff Kiwa, whose management has consistently propelled artists to success, only for them to gradually drop off the radar once they leave his camp.
Artists whose careers Jeff Kiwa has helped shape include Radio & Weasel, Sheebah Karungi, Grenade Official, and, most recently, Ava Peace, who is dominating the charts since signing with his TNS management.
Anywho, here are the top 10 songs in Uganda now, as of May 2025 by Nymy Net
#1. Wanula Remix Rmx by Ava Peace and Temperature Touch
Produced at Sound Fall Studio by Temperature Touch & CK on Da Beat
#2. TikTok Life by King Saha
Produced at Bless Touch Records Inc. Studio by Bass Boi
#3 Nkulowozaako by Eddy Kenzo
Written by Allan Kasujja
#3. GO by Karole Kasita
Produced by Andre on The Beat
#4. Ekyange by Elijah Kitaka
Produced by Banga Boi at Swangz Avenue.
Written by Elijah Nsubuga (Elijah Kitaka), Fred Buwule Kanyike and Ssekajja Marrick (Banga Boi).
#5. Kaba by Kapeke
Produced by Trapex Boomi
#6. Not Your Enemy by Bobi Wine, Nubian Li & King Saha
Produced by Paddyman at Audio1 Records studio
#7. Nyam Nyam by Fik Fameica & Vinka
Produced by Trapex Boomi & Artin
#8. Wrong Places by Joshua Baraka
Produced by Johnathon Mensah.
Written by Joshua Baraka.
#9. Oli Mwesigwa by Ntaate
Produced by Josh Wonder
#10. Buguda by Recho Rey & VIP Jemo
Produced by Sekret
Bonus Tracks
#11. Kindekere by Lydia Jazmine
#11. Ebigambo by Bruno K & Kabuye Ssemboga
#12. My Life by John Blaq & Mozelo Kidz
#14. Ensi Yaffe by King Saha
#15. Tovawo by Chris Evans
This chart covers music tracks and videos not older than 2 months; however, chart-topping music videos released later, such as Ekyange by Elijah Kitaka, are an exception. Tracks such as Che Che, Lukusuuta, Tabu, Dawa, Kinawolovu, Eden, and Sirubala are not included in this playlist despite remaining fan favourites. Read – Top 10 Songs in Uganda Now Ugandan Hits March 2025.
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