Ugandan Dancehall Pioneer Master Parrot Dies in Tragic Road Accident
KAMPALA, Uganda — Veteran Ugandan musician David Sifayo, widely known as Master Parrot, has died following a fatal road accident on the Northern Bypass in the Masanafu/Busega area of Kampala.
According to multiple reports and eyewitness accounts circulating on social media and Ugandan news platforms, the artist was struck by a speeding motorcycle while reportedly conducting a driving lesson. He died at the scene, and his body was later taken to Mulago Hospital Mortuary.
A Legacy in Ugandan Music
Master Parrot rose to prominence in the late 1990s and early 2000s as a key figure in Uganda’s dancehall and ragga scene. He was a prominent member of Bobi Wine’s early Fire Base Crew, contributing to the vibrant energy of the era’s music. His hit songs, including “Muliro” and “Kikompola” (Ekikompola), became anthems that captured themes of love, hustle, and everyday life, resonating deeply with fans across the country.
Beyond his musical contributions, Master Parrot was known for his charismatic personality and stage presence. He had faced personal challenges in recent years, including struggles with alcohol addiction, but had expressed hopes of a musical comeback.
Tributes Pour In
News of his passing prompted an outpouring of grief from the Ugandan entertainment industry. Bobi Wine, his longtime collaborator and friend, took to X (formerly Twitter) to mourn:
“Just got the terrible news that we’ve lost our brother @MasterParrot. Old funny conversations, careless hearty laughters are the painful memories you live with us my friend. Until we meet again.”
Other artists, fans, and media personalities have flooded social media with condolences, remembering him as a pioneer who helped shape Uganda’s dancehall sound.
Details Still Emerging
As of now, no official police statement has been released detailing the full circumstances of the accident. Reports from outlets like Pulse Uganda and BigEye.ug have been widely shared, with no contradictions from family or authorities so far.
Master Parrot’s death is a significant loss to Uganda’s music community, which has seen several veteran artists pass in recent years. Fans are remembering him for his timeless beats that “echoed in basements and on bodas.”
May his soul rest in eternal peace.
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