Veteran singer, Jose Chameleone, and his younger singing brother, Weasel, have on three separate occasions kissed in public igniting mixed reactions among the public.
Some people say that there is a hidden agenda behind this pattern of behavior while others say the Mayanja brothers do it for attention. But according to the two, kissing is about nothing but expressing their brotherly love.
Except, the latest incident which occurred during their performance at Chameleone’s Gwanga Mujje concert came at a time when the country is having a debate about homosexuality. The trend has been condemned by the President, the Anglican church, the Muslim fraternity and some lawmakers.
Chameleone and Weasel were first seen kissing publicly in 2016 at a concert in Kampala. Another such incident occurred while the two performed at a concert in Bujumbura, Burundi in May 2022.
But none of these moments was as prominent as last week’s. A photo of the two kissing has gone viral sparking comments from the public, some of whom were left disgusted. Among people who have castigated the singers is renowned vlogger Isma Olaxes as well as controversial pastor, Martin Ssempa who filed a Police case, arguing the Bomboclat singers are promoting homosexuality.
Chameleone has since bowed to public pressure. The singer issued a public apology on his social pages. The Forever singer blames it on too much energy and excitement that gripped him and Weasel at the concert which was successful.
“My sincere apologies to the general public. Weasel and I are brothers and family men. We were caught up in the heat of the moment. As African men we respect African values and morals. The act is regrettable and should not have happened and will never happen again. On behalf of the Mayanja family I kindly apologize. Thank you,” read Chamelone’s apology.
There has been mixed reactions to his apology. Former Minister Mike Mukula hailed Chameleone for being apologetic and clearing the air.
“Hold your ground you are still loved Papa. Just because it appeared the period where the country and rest of the world is fighting against Homosexuality. But it’s not that way after this massage I withdraw my dirty mind from it. Thank u”- Idro Polly
“Did I miss the apology for whipping the boda man?… and the “burning” incident?” – Lydia Mirembe
“That’s the chameleon I know, as your fan I’m happy you’ve apologized and that’s what a noble man should do. We have so many people that look up to you, such behavior corrupts good morals, nonetheless, you’re the legend and big up on yourself. Leon island forever” – Onyango Julius
“Wawoo great Apology Accepted I love that u have accepted ur mistake and apologized Bambi” – Nakabiito Evalyne
“A wonderful Apology Accepted. Thanks for apologizing to the world our legend but the way I love you Mr Gwanga Mujje Always my number one Artist”– Noreen Ndugwa
“It was a very wrong gesture at a time when immoral behaviors are being fought in the country especially in the young generation. Hope your sincere apology clears the bad picture it had painted” – Mutebi David
“Thanks for being mature in this whole thing. I just didn’t know how to defend you every time I’m around haters bro.” – Tury Prosper
“May be that’s why you are a legend, you don’t defend the wrong. Anyone in his normal senses will have to forgive you, because mwana a few celebrities really come out to apologize for their wrong deeds. Not like the son of the duck who defends every nonsense”– John Moses
“Be very careful with your actions because you inspire a lot of people mostly young people who are following you in music industry. We don’t want to see our sons , brothers kissing each other because of you” – Kayera Janipher
“I love Jose. Always apologizing soon as he knows that he annoyed us. Not like some gudus who think they made it…” – Angella Love
“Thank you for Owning up. It Never comes easy for many of us. We are only Human! And you are +Legend. Keep Shinning. Love & Light”- Dorah Dee
“Thank you for owning up, apology accepted. It was really offensive. Lesson learned”– Cissy Mayanja
“Apology accepted, the legend, l love your music regardless, am sending love from Kenya” – Ritah Nasenya
