Ugandan media personality Evelyn Mic has cautioned TikTokers against getting caught up in romantic relationships with artists who may be using them to boost social media engagement and grow their following.
Speaking on NRG Radio Uganda, Evelyn discussed what she described as a growing trend of Ugandan musicians dating content creators, warning that the attention surrounding such relationships could come with a hidden cost.
She pointed to Kapeke and Priscy Black as an example, referencing a moment when she saw the pair kissing in public. Evelyn said the sight surprised her because she had previously thought Kapeke was dating Mimi Kampala.
“There’s a trend of artists dating TikTokers. I saw Kapeke kissing Priscy Black; she has a huge following on TikTok, but I always thought Kapeke was dating Mimi Kampala. I swear,” Evelyn said.
Her comments then shifted from surprise over the apparent romance to a warning for content creators who may become involved with musicians.
Evelyn urged TikTokers not to let the prospect of fame cloud their judgment, suggesting that some artists could pursue relationships partly to attract attention and increase their online numbers.
“TikTokers should, however, be careful. I wouldn’t want these artists to use you for numbers. Be very careful,” she added.
The discussion reflects a wider entertainment dynamic in which romantic associations between public figures and social media personalities can attract online attention. However, Evelyn did not provide evidence that Kapeke or any other named artist had entered a relationship specifically to increase their following.
NRG Radio Uganda co-host Mr. Henrie offered a different perspective during the conversation. He suggested that the situation could work in reverse, with TikTokers potentially using their relationships with artists to gain visibility and build their own profiles.
His intervention introduced another angle to the debate: whether these relationships are driven by genuine romantic interest, promotional benefits or a combination of factors.
Neither Evelyn’s warning nor Mr. Henrie’s counterpoint establishes the motives behind any particular relationship.
Still, Evelyn’s message to content creators was clear. Online attention and a growing following should not come at the expense of making careful decisions about personal relationships.
For Uganda’s entertainment scene, where musicians and digital creators increasingly share the same online spotlight, her comments raise a question about the line between romance and publicity.