For years, Ivan Ssozi—better known in the music world as Y Tud—was the quiet architect behind some of Uganda’s rising stars.
His influence ran deep, from guiding the breakout career of John Blaq to meaningful collaborations with heavyweights like Bruno K and Kabuye Ssemboga.
Industry insiders knew his name even if the general public didn’t—and that was by design.
Today, Y Tud is stepping out from behind the curtain and into the spotlight. Not as a manager. Not as a consultant. As an artist.
“Music has always been my first love,” he shares. “It was never just about helping others succeed—I always knew I had stories to tell, too.”
And he’s not starting from scratch. Singles like “Vibrate & Wyne” have already given fans a taste of his signature sound: a fusion of Afrobeat grooves, melodic hooks, and urban storytelling with global appeal.
His music feels rooted yet borderless—an intentional blend shaped by years of behind-the-scenes experience and a genuine love for the craft.
Long before strategy sessions and studio schedules, Y Tud’s journey began in Uganda as a teenager with a dream.
He was part of a boy band that, unbeknownst to many, laid the foundation for what would become Swangz Avenue—now one of East Africa’s leading music labels.
Those early years gave him a front-row seat to the evolution of Uganda’s modern soundscape, and a hands-on education in the power of music to shape culture.
Now based in Melbourne, Australia, Y Tud is entering a season of reinvention.
No longer content with only helping others build their brands, he’s building his own—with a sharp focus, a global perspective, and a catalog of songs that reflect both his roots and his reach.
With new releases on the horizon and a clear creative vision, Y Tud is ready to turn heads—not just in Uganda or Australia, but across the world.
His journey is a reminder that success in the music industry doesn’t have to follow a straight line. Sometimes, it’s the detours—the quiet roles, the backstage lessons, the years of preparation—that pave the way for the most powerful arrivals.
