In a heartfelt interview, Ugandan musician Alien Skin has opened up about the valuable lessons he learned from the late Mowzey Radio, who passed away on February 1, 2018. Despite their past differences, Alien Skin acknowledged Radio’s significant impact on his life and career, particularly emphasizing the importance of persistence.
Alien Skin described Mowzey Radio as a figure who remained steadfast in the face of criticism and adversity. “He used to be persistent and never gave up despite criticism and persecution,” he noted. Reflecting on his own journey, Alien Skin admitted that he once viewed some of Radio’s decisions as questionable but has since come to appreciate the resilience that defined Radio’s approach to music.
The singer believes that his own life story parallels that of Mowzey Radio, inspiring him to continue creating music aimed at uplifting the industry. “People are always quick to judge, but I learned to be persistent like him and never to give up,” he explained. Alien Skin’s tribute to Radio underscores the lasting influence of the late artist on his peers in the Ugandan music scene.