For nearly a week, social media and news outlets have been buzzing with reports that Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz received a massive payment of 750 million Ugandan shillings for his performance at the Coffee Marathon.
The alleged figure caused a lot of uproar, especially among local musicians and the public. Many criticized the Ugandan government, accusing it of wasting taxpayers’ money on entertainment instead of investing in more important areas.
In the middle of the storm, Ugandan music legend Bebe Cool, who also performed at the same event, stepped forward to clear the air. He strongly denied the claims that Diamond Platnumz was paid such a huge amount of money.
According to Bebe Cool, the figure being spread around is completely false and has been exaggerated by critics who have personal agendas or are simply trying to stir controversy.
Bebe Cool acknowledged that while Diamond Platnumz was indeed paid a high amount, it was nowhere near the rumored 750 million shillings. He emphasized that the payment was based on the artist’s market value, popularity, and brand influence, which are important factors in determining performance fees for international acts.
Furthermore, Bebe Cool used the opportunity to encourage Ugandan artists to focus on improving their branding and influence. He said that if local musicians work harder to build their names both locally and internationally, they too could earn higher payments in the future, just like international stars.
In conclusion, Bebe Cool’s statement has brought clarity to the controversy and served as a reminder that success in the music industry often comes down to branding, market value, and hard work not just rumors and complaints.
