In Uganda’s entertainment industry, dancing has opened doors for several performers, giving them opportunities to appear in music videos, perform on major stages and build public recognition.
But for some, dancing was never the only ambition. After establishing themselves through choreography and stage performances, a number of Ugandan dancers decided to step into recording studios and explore careers as singers.
Some released a handful of songs before gradually disappearing from the music spotlight, while others continue to pursue music alongside their dancing careers and other ventures.
Here are 10 Ugandan dancers who have tried their luck at becoming recording artistes.
1. Sharon Peyton
Sharon Peyton, whose real name is Sharon Nabunya, was once a familiar face in Ugandan music videos, appearing as a dancer and video vixen for several established artistes.
Her credits included Sheebah Karungi’s Nkwatako and Irene Ntale’s Go Down. In 2018, she decided to move beyond dancing and pursue music, signing with Route Entertainment.
Despite the attention surrounding her transition, her music career did not gain the same visibility as her dancing days. She has since maintained a relatively low profile in the music scene.
2. Ritah Danchall
After building a name as a professional dancehall dancer, Ritah Danchall officially ventured into music in January 2025.
Inspired partly by her mentor, Sheebah Karungi, Ritah began exploring her potential as a recording artiste while maintaining her connection to dance.
She has released songs including Ndekie, Ani Oyo, Solo, featuring Kid Dee, and Bubble It.
Unlike some performers who completely abandon their previous careers, Ritah has said she is not quitting dancing and remains available for dance bookings.
3. Tricia Pagez
Tricia Pagez is among the newer dancers to explore a career in music.
She made her recording debut with Lunabe, a song that attracted attention and even received a remix from Pallaso, popularly known as the King of the East.
The collaboration gave her debut effort additional visibility, marking an interesting beginning to her journey from dancing to singing.
4. Ajiswag 256
Ajiswag 256, born Ajir Nabukenya, is known for her work as an actress with The Ebonies, but she has also explored dancing, acting, music and social media influencing.
Around 2019, she began releasing solo music under the Ajiswag 256 name.
Her releases include Your Love, Kisosonkole and Bad Gal, as she continued building a presence across different entertainment platforms.
5. Eddie Wizzy
Eddie Wizzy made his name as a dancer and became known for his distinctive appearance, including his heavily tattooed bald head.
After establishing himself through dance, he decided to test his abilities as a recording artiste.
His music catalogue includes Kalye, Pika, Sheshe, Tokisusa, featuring Kapeke, and Sita. Although the songs remain available on his YouTube channel, there have been few visible signs of recent music releases in the material reviewed.
6. Candié
Candié initially made her mark as a dancer before venturing into music under Black Market Records.
She released her debut song, Booo, in November 2024, followed by Turn On in 2025.
However, her career has since taken another turn. She has moved into deejaying under the name Red Head Thee DJ, adding another entertainment skill to her growing portfolio.
7. Ibra Buwembo
Ibrahim Buwembo is widely recognised for his dancing career and is often mentioned among Uganda’s successful dance performers.
But he has never limited himself to choreography alone. He has also explored singing and, more recently, ventured into farming.
His journey reflects the growing number of entertainers who are exploring opportunities beyond the stage and music videos.
8. Kapilipiti
Kapilipiti Omubaya, whose real name is Mukooza Muhammad, began his entertainment journey as a dancer with the popular Hypers Kids Africa group.
He later ventured into music, showing interest in dancehall, hip-hop and Afropop.
His musical ambitions attracted attention beyond Uganda, including from international music star Akon, giving the young performer an opportunity to gain wider recognition.
9. Kokode and Yahboy
Former Triplets Ghetto Kids performers Kokode and Yahboy also explored music after gaining recognition through dance.
Kokode, born Hassan Sseruwu, and Yahboy, born Fred Tumwesigye, joined forces in 2021 to release their debut song, Omuwala.
The duo subsequently followed it up with more music, attempting to translate the recognition they earned through the internationally celebrated dance group into a recording career.
10. Ronnie Stamina
Ronnie Stamina became widely recognised through his work with Eddy Kenzo’s Big Talent Entertainment.
His choreography in Kenzo’s breakthrough hit Stamina helped establish his name among Uganda’s dance performers.
Beyond dancing, Ronnie also tried his hand at singing, releasing songs such as Ensonga more than a decade ago.
However, music did not become a consistent career path for him, and he remained better known for his contribution to dance and choreography.
More Than Just Dancing
These performers demonstrate how talent in Uganda’s entertainment industry can cross different creative boundaries. For some, singing offered an opportunity to build on the popularity they had already earned through dance. For others, it became another way to explore their artistic abilities.
While not all their music careers developed into mainstream success, their journeys show that the transition from dancing to singing remains an appealing route for performers looking to make a bigger mark in the industry.