Music producer Martin Musoke, popularly known as Artin Pro, has shared his perspective on mental health challenges among creatives, drawing from his experiences working with different artists over the years.
He explained that he has encountered people dealing with mental health struggles in different ways.
While some remain cheerful despite their hardships, others break down in the studio, opening up about unfair treatment from their management or the emotional toll of online trolling.
According to Artin Pro, many artists become deeply attached to their craft, making it even more painful when they fail to earn a sustainable living from their work.
Despite these challenges, he believes recovery begins with personal determination and maintaining a positive mindset.
As a producer, I get to see, meet, and interact with all kinds of mental states. Some are always happy, while others break down in the studio because they’re deeply attached to their craft and art. At the end of the day, many tell you they don’t reap from their art. Some share challenges with management, while others speak about being trolled by fans on the internet.
When you’re facing such moments, stay positive because no one imagined you would come this far. Everything comes back to you. No one is going to save you. I’ve spoken to many addicts, and most of them testify that choosing to change had to come from within.
Artin Pro also encouraged people to value employment opportunities, noting that many qualified but unemployed individuals are ready to step into roles that others take for granted.
“When you see someone playing with a job, just remember there’s an unemployed sibling out there who would gladly take that opportunity and fix whatever isn’t going right. “
He further welcomed the enactment of the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Act, describing it as a major boost for Uganda’s creative industry.
He expressed optimism that the new law will enable artists and other creatives to earn more fairly from their work in the years ahead.
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