Tracy Melon Speaks on Shift from Timeless Hits to “Bubblegum Music”

Ugandan singer Tracy Melon has shared her take on how the music scene has changed over the years.

While appearing on NBS After5, she looked back at what many fans often call a golden time in Ugandan music, especially during the era of Radio and Weasel.

For her, that time still stands out because of how real the music felt and how strongly it connected with listeners.

I realized that in the past, during the regime of the Radios, people will sit down and say those were the days when music was authentic. That is why even now, you can still play those songs and they are still bangers.

But when the conversation turned to today’s sound, Tracy Melon said things are now different.

She pointed out that some artistes seem to focus more on quick wins and trending vibes rather than making songs meant to last.

These days, I feel like some people just make music fwaa, for an easy sale or something quick. Sometimes they follow trends. It is not a bad thing, it is just analysis. People follow trends a lot. People make music for chap chap.

She also touched on what she called “bubblegum music,” saying many artistes are leaning toward songs made for the moment.

Even though some musicians have stayed consistent in their craft, she believes the industry has slowly moved away from creating timeless music.

I feel like many artistes today do what they call bubblegum music. The ones who want to stay on track have stayed on track, but over time, I think people have transitioned from making timeless music. Right now, it is just like that.

In the radio days, that’s when music was authentic.- Tracy Melon #NBSAfter5 pic.twitter.com/WVGe9AR13i

— NBS After 5 (@NBSAfter5) February 8, 2026

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