Singer Stecia Mayanja has taken a swipe at the new generation of musicians, accusing them of producing vulgar, short-lived music that lacks meaning and cannot be enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
The band singer believes the quality of music has declined, arguing that today’s artists are more concerned about chasing trends than creating timeless songs that can stand the test of time.
Speaking during a recent interview with Spark TV, Stecia was asked to compare the music of her generation with what young artists are producing today.
She did not mince her words, describing much of the new music as disposable and lacking lasting impact.
According to Stecia, musicians from her generation invested more time and effort in creating albums that remained relevant for years, unlike today’s artists, who she says are constantly returning to the studio to churn out songs that quickly lose public attention.
“These days, artists do not leave the studio; the songs they release go off quickly. Their music doesn’t make sense anymore. They fade off the scene easily. They call us outdated, but we easily take up their spots at the top because they keep releasing useless music. Those same people cannot even sit with their children to watch what they sing,” she said.
Stecia’s remarks suggest that the pressure to remain relevant in the fast-moving music industry has pushed some artists to prioritise trends over substance, leaving them with songs that struggle to maintain their appeal beyond their initial release.
The singer also reflected on the songwriting culture of her generation, revealing that artists took a more collaborative approach to creating music.
She explained that songwriters would seek guidance from more experienced colleagues, allowing them to refine their work and introduce fresh perspectives before releasing it to the public.
Unlike what she sees as the rush to release music today, Stecia said artists in her era valued consultation, constructive criticism and input from fellow songwriters and producers.
She believes that this culture of seeking advice and polishing songs before releasing them has gradually disappeared, contributing to what she considers a decline in the quality and longevity of today’s music.
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