Kampala, Uganda – Ugandan singer Moses Okori, better known by his stage name Coco Finger, has shared his views on the growing trend of beefs among musicians in the local industry. While competition is often part of the music scene, Coco Finger emphasized that it should remain healthy and musical rather than turning into violent confrontations.
In a recent media chat, the singer, known for his high-energy performances, reflected on the ongoing rivalries in the Ugandan music scene. He acknowledged that competition could help artists push their boundaries and enhance their work, but warned against taking things too far. “Competition is fine as long as it stays in the music,” he said, adding that conflict should never escalate into real-life violence.
Coco Finger, who is also a trained social worker, shared that he prefers to avoid conflicts altogether. He believes that his platform should be used to uplift others rather than contribute to negativity. “As a social work scholar, I know how to handle people, and I believe we should use our influence to bring positivity into the world,” he said.
Interestingly, Coco Finger revealed that he is trained in Taekwondo and kickboxing, making him more than capable of defending himself should a situation escalate physically. However, he stressed that he would rather avoid conflict than resort to violence. Despite his martial arts skills, Coco Finger maintains that the focus should always be on the music, and not on personal fights.
The singer also noted that not all beefs in the industry are genuine. Some, he said, are staged purely to generate attention and boost the careers of the artists involved. He admitted that he has been approached several times to engage in fake rivalries, but has always turned them down, understanding how such stunts can quickly spiral out of control.
Coco Finger concluded by cautioning that while artists and their teams may create conflicts for promotion, fans who take these rivalries too seriously could escalate matters. “The fans need to understand that it’s all for entertainment, and it should never lead to real-life confrontations,” he urged.