• A Pass insists Eddy Kenzo should apologize, denying he initiated the conflict.
  • The feud began after Kenzo’s controversial comments on the copyright bill and “neighboring rights.”
  • Douglas Lwanga has urged both artists to reconcile and work together for the industry.

Musician A Pass has made it clear he has no intention of apologizing to fellow singer Eddy Kenzo, insisting that it is Kenzo who should instead apologize to him following their recent public exchange.

The disagreement appears to have stemmed from a discussion around Uganda’s proposed copyright bill. During a recent interview, Kenzo was asked what local musicians would do if media platforms stopped playing Ugandan music in favor of foreign artists. In his response, he referenced a clause on “neighboring rights,” which he initially interpreted as relating to neighboring countries—a position many later pointed out was incorrect. Kenzo would later issue a clarification on his remarks.

Amid the debate, A Pass took to social media and appeared to take a swipe at Kenzo, saying he had enjoyed “15 minutes of fame” and was now being exposed. While he did not directly name Kenzo, many fans interpreted the comment as a clear jab.

The situation escalated when a fan mocked Kenzo online, suggesting he could not match A Pass intellectually. Kenzo responded by saying that it’s true A Pass is rich and that’s why he is rich—though some interpreted the response as a subtle dig at the Wuyo singer.

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Media personality Douglas Lwanga then stepped in, urging the two artists to de-escalate tensions and focus on unity within the industry.

“Apass is deeply passionate about art, I saw his dedication firsthand during the era when Julius Kyazze was president of @UgandaMusicians. Eddy Kenzo also has put his music career on hold to help structure @unmfederationug and advocate for copyright. Honestly, @IamApass and @eddykenzoficial should just sit down over coffee. We need you both on the same team. The Baganda say ‘Agalya Awamu….’ Big love to you both.” — Douglas Lwanga

However, A Pass dismissed claims that he had attacked Kenzo, maintaining that he was the one who had been disrespected first.

“I appreciate your input, but where did all that drama stem from, because I don’t remember mentioning Eddy Kenzo’s name in a negative way. It’s a fan that made a statement, which he dignified with a response to try to belittle me, but I want you, Douglas, to remember that I am the Big One. He must apologize ASAP Rocky.” — A Pass

A Pass emphasized that any move toward reconciliation should begin with Kenzo issuing an apology, firmly rejecting calls for him to do so himself.

The exchange highlights ongoing tensions within Uganda’s music industry, particularly as debates around copyright enforcement and artists’ rights continue to spark strong opinions among leading figures.