Should gospel musicians collaborate with secular artists? The question has divided Uganda’s gospel music industry for years, with some believers embracing such partnerships and others rejecting them outright.
Titus Kuteesa believes the answer does not belong to fans, critics, or social media.
The Urban gospel singer and worship leader says every collaboration starts with one question: What is God saying?
I listen to the voice of God. If God tells me to work with a secular artist, then I will, even if it’s Gloria Bugie. But if He does not tell me, then it cannot happen.
His position comes at a time when collaborations between gospel and secular artists continue to attract scrutiny.
Levixone drew criticism after recording “Number Moja” with Winnie Nwagi, with some believers questioning whether a secular artist belonged on a gospel record.
Bentrom faced similar criticism after teaming up with Sheebah Karungi on the “Dance for the Lord” remix, but defended the collaboration, insisting that praising God should never be reserved for gospel musicians alone.
The same conversation has reached church platforms as well.
Pastor Wilson Bugembe has repeatedly faced criticism for inviting secular artists to Worship House Nansana and his major concerts, with some conservative Christians questioning the role of mainstream entertainers in gospel ministry.
Kuteesa, however, believes the debate often overlooks what matters most.
Rather than deciding based on whether an artist records gospel or secular music, he believes the decision rests entirely on whether God has directed it.