Veteran singer Master Parrot, born David Sifaayo, was on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, laid to rest in an emotional ceremony at his ancestral home in Kamengo, Butembe, Mpigi District, following his tragic death in a road accident earlier this week.
The singer lost his life on Monday evening after he was reportedly knocked by a speeding vehicle while attempting to cross the road near Masanafu along the Kampala Northern Bypass.
His sudden passing sent shockwaves through Uganda’s entertainment industry, with fans, fellow musicians, and close friends mourning a man remembered for both his musical contribution and lively personality.
Unlike previous high-profile musician send-offs, Master Parrot’s remains were not paraded at the National Theatre for public viewing, a move attributed to the prevailing Ebola scare in the country. The development left many fans disappointed, as they had hoped to pay their last respects to one of Uganda’s veteran performers.
Instead, a vigil was held at the singer’s family home in Kiwatule on Tuesday night, where members of the music fraternity and close friends gathered to celebrate his life and bid him farewell.
Amid tears, sorrow, and emotional tributes, Master Parrot’s body was later transported to Kamengo, where hundreds of mourners gathered for his burial.
The send-off drew people from different walks of life, including several prominent figures in Uganda’s music industry. Among those in attendance were Eddy Kenzo, Ragga Dee, Emma Carlos, Mesach Ssemakula, Sam and Sophie Gombya, David Lutalo, Aziz Azion, and Hilderman, among others.
During the burial ceremony, emotions ran high as family members, friends, and fellow artists reflected on the late singer’s life, legacy, and struggles.
Master Parrot rose to prominence in Uganda’s music scene in the late 1990s and early 2000s, becoming widely known for songs such as Muliro, Ekikompola, Mama Wabana, and Nankya. He was also among the founding members of the original Firebase Crew alongside Bobi Wine and other pioneering urban musicians.
Although he had largely stepped away from the spotlight in recent years, his contribution to Uganda’s music industry remained significant, with many describing him as one of the artists who helped shape the country’s early dancehall and reggae movement.
He leaves behind children, family, friends, and a music legacy that many believe will live on through his timeless songs.
May his soul rest in eternal peace.
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