Artin Pro Weighs in on Sheebah vs. Ava Peace Song Theft Drama, Urges Stronger Copyright Practices

Producer Artin Pro sees Sheebah-Ava Peace song dispute as a growth opportunity for Uganda’s music industry, pushing for better copyright agreements.

Renowned Ugandan music producer Marvin Musoke, better known as Artin Pro, has stepped into the spotlight to address the heated song theft controversy between Sheebah Karungi and Ava Peace over their tracks Nobody and No One. In a candid interview, Artin Pro turned the saga into a teachable moment, arguing that such disputes are vital for the growth of Uganda’s music industry. “I love that these issues come up as the industry evolves,” he said. “Talking about copyright and paperwork often fades away, but real case studies like this push us to improve.”

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Artin emphasized the need for artists to secure their intellectual property with ironclad agreements. “Always have solid paperwork with everyone you work with—songwriters, producers, managers,” he advised. “It cements ownership and avoids chaos.” His call for professionalism comes as the Nobody/No One clash, involving overlapping song sales to Sheebah and Jeff Kiwa’s camp, has sparked fierce debates online.

When questioned about producers sampling music for multiple artists, Artin defended the practice as a global norm. “That’s how the industry works worldwide,” he explained. “But clear agreements are key to preventing disputes.” His insights highlight the need for better systems in Uganda’s fast-growing music scene, where intellectual property battles are becoming more common.

As fans and artists weigh in on social media, Artin’s perspective offers a constructive path forward. Will this controversy lead to stronger copyright protections in Uganda’s music industry? With voices like Artin Pro leading the charge, the stage is set for meaningful change.