Ugandan dancehall artist Vyper Ranking is questioning whether veteran singer Kid Fox has enough popular songs to compete with him in a music battle, saying he would need a substantial financial offer to consider stepping into the contest.
Vyper Ranking had previously challenged Kid Fox to a freestyle showdown, promising to prove his musical ability against the returning singer. However, he has now suggested that the proposed contest may not be worth pursuing, arguing that the two artists are not evenly matched.
In an interview, Vyper Ranking claimed that Kid Fox’s music catalog is too limited to sustain a full-hour performance that keeps an audience engaged.
“That would be an unfair battle because Kid Fox’s catalog can’t make up 10 known songs,” Vyper Ranking said.
The dancehall performer contrasted that assessment with his own confidence in his repertoire, saying he could perform for an entire hour with different songs while keeping the audience singing along.
But Vyper Ranking believes his advantage extends beyond the number of songs each artist can perform. He also pointed to his freestyle abilities as another reason he considers himself the stronger contender in a potential showdown.
The comments mark a shift from his earlier position, when he welcomed Kid Fox’s competitive attitude and challenged him to face off in a freestyle battle.
Money has also become a central part of Vyper Ranking’s position. The artist said he would only consider participating if the financial terms were attractive, explaining that he no longer performs simply for the love of music.
“I also would only go in for the battle if there is good money involved. I no longer perform for passion, I’m past that,” he said.
His remarks come amid criticism surrounding Kid Fox’s return to Uganda after spending many years away. The veteran singer reportedly drew backlash after making comments that downplayed the contributions of fellow musicians during his absence from the local music scene.
The disagreement has added another layer to the conversation surrounding Kid Fox’s return and his relationship with Uganda’s current crop of artists. King Michael has also advised musicians to stop attacking their colleagues amid the tensions.
For now, Vyper Ranking’s comments make his position clear: he is confident in his catalog and freestyle skills, but he is not presenting a music battle with Kid Fox as a contest he is eager to accept without the right financial incentive. No confirmed battle date or agreement is included in the available information.