Singer Maro has shared his perspective on the current state of the Ugandan music industry, arguing that the challenges artists and stakeholders are facing are part of a necessary transformation process.

The self-styled “R&B Kyabazinga” believes the industry must first go through difficult and uncomfortable stages before it can fully regain its strength and stability.

According to Maro, the ongoing struggles, criticism, and perceived decline in music standards should not come as a surprise, noting that every industry evolution often begins with a period of collapse.

He explained that what many people describe as damage to the industry may actually be a natural phase required for growth and renewal.

I think the industry has to fall for it to come back. Whatever we see and claim has affected the industry has to happen. In every revolution, there is always a downfall before the rise.

The singer added that the music scene needs time to “decay and rebuild,” emphasizing that ups and downs are inevitable in any creative revolution.

Maro also addressed criticism surrounding so-called “bubble-gum music,” noting that despite complaints from critics, audience preference ultimately determines what thrives in the industry.

“When we say we want to do away with bubble-gum music yet people continue to love it, there is nothing much we can do about it.”