Ugandan singer Grace Khan is getting real about her struggles with alcohol — a battle she says nearly shattered her mental health, music career, and faith.
In a recent emotional revelation, the “Njakufa Naye” hitmaker opened up about how she was first introduced to alcohol eight years ago, marking what she now calls “the darkest chapter” of her life.
“I had never taken alcohol before,” Grace said. “One day, I asked my friend why she always seemed so happy and lively backstage. She told me she’d show me her secret — and gave me a waragi. That’s how it started.”
What began as innocent curiosity soon spiraled into a destructive habit. Grace admits that the moment she took her first sip, she didn’t realize it would lead to years of internal chaos and lost opportunities.
“That’s when I started drinking heavily,” she confessed. “It killed my time, my future, and everything.”
The singer revealed that the same friend who introduced her to alcohol seemed to take pride in what had happened, a painful realization that deepened her emotional wounds.
As her dependency grew, Grace says her mental health deteriorated, her career slowed, and she found herself in an isolating downward spiral — a stark contrast to the bright, rising star she once was in Uganda’s vibrant music scene.
But now, Grace is reclaiming her story.
Through tears, she shared that she’s turned to prayer and spiritual healing to find peace and purpose again. She’s letting go of resentment and focusing on her redemption journey.
“I don’t put the blame on her, and I’ll always forgive her,” Grace said softly. “Now I think it’s the end of it all.”
Fans have praised her for her honesty and courage, flooding her social media with messages of love and support. Many say her story is a reminder of how mental health and substance struggles often go unseen in the entertainment industry.
Grace’s transparency has also sparked conversations about the pressures faced by women in music, with fans calling for better support systems for artists dealing with emotional and mental stress.
Despite everything, Grace remains hopeful — determined to rebuild her life and career with faith, resilience, and authenticity.
“It’s not how you fall that defines you,” she added, “it’s how you rise.”
