Alien Skin Rejects Copyright Law, Says He Protects His Own Music
Ugandan musician Alien Skin has stepped into the ongoing copyright conversation, but he is taking a very different stance from many of his peers.
As discussions around copyright enforcement, fair airplay, and artistes’ earnings continue across the industry, the “Sitya Danger” hitmaker has made it clear he does not align with the broader push.
In an interview with Sanyuka Uncut, he said he prefers to handle his music matters personally and does not rely on industry systems to protect his work.
Many songs I sang were just to prove myself. I can give it out or even delete it. There isn’t better ownership than that.
He also expressed confidence in his ability to guard his music and suggested that his style makes it hard for others to copy or misuse his work.
Alien Skin further distanced himself from the ongoing discussions and made it clear he does not want to take part in the wider copyright debate shaping the industry.
Do not involve my music in your copyright things…. I have my own copyright, and if it is infringed upon, I can deal with you on my own. I do not need lawyers.
His remarks add a different voice to the conversation, as many artistes push for stronger systems and collective action to protect their rights.
