"I live my life like a super star, blessed are those who believe but they need to see." you have probably heard those lines in a song in Uganda ,East Africa.
If there’s anyone who can say this and mean it, it’s Ziggy Dee — one of Uganda’s music icons who ruled the early 2000s. From the noisy streets of Kampala to his studio in Bunga, Ziggy Dee’s story is all about hustle, belief, and keeping it real.
Born Adam Mutyaba (sometimes known as Adam Lutaaya), Ziggy Dee didn’t just appear out of nowhere. His hit “Eno Mic” blew up and had the whole city buzzing. Whether you were chilling in Kabalagala, moving through Kololo, or riding a boda boda, the beat was everywhere. Fans still remember: “Everywhere you went, people were singing ‘Eno Mic’—even taxi drivers were vibing!” It wasn’t just a song — it was Kampala energy bottled into music.
Ziggy Dee didn’t just stay in Kampala. His sound found fans in Tanzania and other East African countries, proving that Ugandan music could travel without needing fancy promotion. Then came the ultimate flex: “Eno Mic” got featured in Disney’s Queen of Katwe. Suddenly, the streets of Katwe, where the song’s energy had always lived, were seen by the world. For many, it was a proud moment: a local hit going global.
As his career evolved, Ziggy Dee surprised everyone by switching gears. From party hits and club bangers, he moved into gospel music. Performing in churches and faith events, he started spreading messages of hope, faith, and hustle — still with that reggae-dancehall vibe we loved. “Music is my way of giving back and sharing my journey,” Ziggy Dee said in an interview. And you can feel it in every verse.
Ziggy Dee didn’t just shine for himself. He built LiveWire Records in Bunga, giving upcoming artists a place to record, experiment, and grow. He even tried video production — showing that creativity isn’t just about music, it’s about telling stories.
These days, Ziggy Dee is also dipping into community leadership, showing he cares about the city and people that made him who he is. Even if you didn’t grow up in Kampala, his story speaks to anyone grinding to make their mark. Today, Ziggy Dee isn’t just Eno Mic — he’s a reminder that belief, hustle, and staying true to yourself can turn local talent into a legend.
