Veteran dancehall star DJ Michael has spoken out about the growing use of witchcraft among Ugandan musicians, warning that the practice is both financially draining and creatively destructive.
The singer’s remarks follow revelations from fellow stars like Ykee Benda, Grace Nakimera, and Spice Diana, who have all acknowledged that witchcraft is a reality in the entertainment industry.
“They bewitch those who are easily intimidated or fearful. They have tried us but didn’t succeed. They think they can stop your hit song from playing. What they don’t know is that where they went, we had already gone first,” DJ Michael revealed.
According to the dancehall veteran, many artists are misled into believing that witchcraft can boost their careers. Instead, he says, it only drains their finances and distracts them from what truly matters—making music.
“Many artists get money, but those things take most of it away. Witchcraft is expensive,” he warned.
DJ Michael stressed that musicians who indulge in such practices end up with little to show for their efforts, as they waste energy trying to sabotage others instead of focusing on their own creativity.
His revelation has fueled ongoing debate about superstition, spirituality, and witchcraft in Uganda’s entertainment industry—a topic that continues to divide opinion among fans and artists.
