Ugandan singer Lydia Jazmine has shared an emotional revelation about her journey to success, disclosing that the late Mowzey Radio and Weasel Manizo paid her university tuition during her campus days.
The “Masuuka” hitmaker revealed that while studying at Multitech Business School, financial challenges nearly cut her education short. However, Radio and Weasel stepped in and covered her tuition fees, ensuring she stayed in school and completed her degree.
“I wouldn’t have graduated if it wasn’t for them,” Jazmine said, reflecting on the support she received from the Goodlyfe Crew duo.
Jazmine later graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management, a milestone she now credits to Radio, Weasel, and their former manager Jeff Kiwa, who also played a key role in supporting her at the time.
Before launching her solo career, Jazmine worked as a backup singer for Radio and Weasel. It was during this period that they recognized her talent and potential, choosing not only to mentor her musically but also to invest in her education. Their support, she says, changed the course of her life.
Speaking about the late Mowzey Radio, who passed away in 2018, Jazmine described him as the most gifted artist she has ever encountered. She credited Radio for writing and producing her breakthrough single “Masuuka,” the song that officially introduced her as a solo artist and laid the foundation for her music career. According to Jazmine, Radio’s creativity was extraordinary and unmatched in the industry.
Jazmine also addressed critics who often downplay Weasel’s role in the success of the Goodlyfe Crew. She firmly defended him, insisting that the duo’s chemistry was the secret behind their dominance in Ugandan music.
“Radio wouldn’t be who he was without Weasel,” she stated. “They complemented each other perfectly. Both of them were incredibly talented.”
She added that working in the studio with the duo was both inspiring and intimidating because of their high level of musical excellence.
Beyond producing chart-topping songs, Radio and Weasel’s impact extended into mentorship and life-changing generosity. Jazmine’s story highlights a lesser-known side of the duo — one that shaped careers and transformed lives behind the scenes.
Today, as Lydia Jazmine continues to thrive as one of Uganda’s leading female artists, she carries with her the lessons and support that helped her rise — a reminder that sometimes, success begins with someone believing in you when it matters most.
