TAKEAWAYS

• Juliana Kanyomozi says she would choose Iryn Namubiru for a musical face-off, though she prefers calling it a celebration of artistry rather than a battle.
• The two singers, who began their careers together in the girl group I-Jay, have since rebuilt their friendship after years apart.
• Juliana revealed she still dreams of landing a continental hit song despite her already successful music career.

Juliana Kanyomozi has revealed that if she were ever forced to choose a fellow Ugandan female artist for a music battle, her pick would be Iryn Namubiru.

Speaking during an interview with Roger Otis on Galaxy TV, the celebrated singer was asked which artist she would face off with among Cindy Sanyu, Sheebah Karungi, and Iryn Namubiru if she had no other option.

Without hesitation, Juliana chose Namubiru. However, the “Nabikoowa” hitmaker was quick to clarify that she does not like the idea of a “battle” when it comes to music.

“I don’t like the word battle. If it was Iryn and I on the same stage, it would be more of a celebration of music and artistry.”

The pair share a unique history in Uganda’s music industry. Juliana and Iryn first rose to prominence as members of the popular girl group I-Jay before pursuing solo careers. Their paths later diverged following misunderstandings that strained their relationship for years.

Fortunately, the two eventually reconciled and have since rebuilt their friendship, becoming close once again. Their reunion delighted fans who regard them as two of the most influential female artists of their generation.

A concert featuring both singers would undoubtedly be a nostalgic and memorable affair, showcasing some of Uganda’s finest vocals and timeless ballads.

“I still want a continental hit song. That’s something I am working towards and hope to achieve.”

Despite boasting one of the most celebrated music catalogues in Uganda, Juliana admitted that she still has ambitions she wants to fulfill. According to her, she still wants a continental hit song.

The singer also shared one of the strangest fan encounters she has experienced. According to Juliana, a fan somehow obtained her personal phone number and sent her a lengthy message criticizing her for not doing some of the things fans often ask her to do—a gesture that left her completely surprised.