Chosen Becky
Chosen Becky | |
|---|---|
| Born | Rebecca Kukiriza 20 February 2000 Masaka, Uganda |
| Origin | Masaka, Uganda; currently Kampala, Uganda |
| Occupations | Musician, songwriter |
| Years active | 2017 – present |
Rebecca Kukiriza, commonly known as Chosen Becky, is a Ugandan singer, musician,[1] and songwriter.[2][3][4][5] She is also an entertainer, comedian, wife and mother.
Biography
Becky was born in Masaka the Central Region of Uganda.[6][7] She is a born-again Christian.
Music career
Chosen Becky was discovered by Nick Products CEO Joseph Kilangwa to the world after she impressed him at a singing competition in Masaka, Uganda.[8][9] Becky started her music career in 2017 coming up with "Byabangi" as her first song. While in Masaka under her manager Ronnie and Kasim Pro, she had many songs which made her recognised by the stream media.[10][4]
Discography
| song Title | Year |
|---|---|
| Aliba Ani[3] | 2018 |
| Bya Bangi | 2018 |
| Kyosaba[11] | 2019 |
| Bankuzza[3] | 2019 |
| Ebisembayo[1] | 2019 |
| Telemundo[12][13] | 2019 |
| Bankuzza[9] | 2019 |
| Kansubire | 2019 |
Education
She attended several educational institutions, including Masaka S.S.S for O-level and A-level at St Anthony SS Kayunga in 2016.[2][4]
Personal life
On 16 December 2025, singer Chosen Becky married Abdul Ssekajja commonly known as Professor Ssekajja in a civil ceremony.[14] The event was at the lakeside and the reception was held at Ovacado resort beach in Kawuku, Wakiso District.[15] The couple's decision to opt for a civil marriage was influenced by their different religious backgrounds. Musicians including Lydia Jasmine performed at the reception.[16]
Chosen Becky's traditional introduction (Kwanjula) to her fiancé, Ssekajja Abdul, took place on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in Masaka, a glamorous event where her ex-lover Mutebi Amir commonly known as Dictatator Amir also sent congratulations.[17] Rema Namakula, Spice Diana, Winnie Nwagi, Princess Amiirah and Pastor Wilson Bugembe were among the musicians who entertained the guests.
She is the mother of four children, including a daughter called Amber Grace Mirembe Mutebi, born on September 12, 2024.[18]
Controversies
In November 2021, Chosen was reportedly deported from South Africa where she was scheduled to perform because she had arrived in the country on a tourist visa and not on a work visa as required.[19]
See also
References
- ^ a b "Hanson Baliruno collaborates with Chosen Becky".
- ^ a b Lyatuu, Justus. "Chosen Becky now aims to overcome Bankuza shadow". The Observer – Uganda.
- ^ a b c "Chosen Becky: I got pregnant at school after my boyfriend promised me chips". 9 March 2021.
- ^ a b c Rafiki, Sunrise. "Chosen Becky denied rights to perform her songs – Sunrise".
- ^ Jjingo, Ernest; Atiluk, Nathan (5 January 2021). "Uganda: A Year in Entertainment". allAfrica.com.
- ^ "'Bankuza' single making Chosen Becky a star | Showbizuganda". 12 October 2018.
- ^ Ruby, Josh (24 December 2018). "Top 10 Most Booked Singers this Festive Season".
- ^ Ssejjombwe, Isaac. "I promised my mum that I will remain humble – Chosen Becky".
- ^ a b Mabz, Chris (16 March 2021). "Baby Chosen Becky Screams Out loud, Rolls On The Floor As She Thanks Zari For Posting Her Song On Instagram Stories".
- ^ https://ssegicomusic.com/artist/chosen-becky/
- ^ Writer, Ghafla (18 October 2018). "Chosen Becky – Bankuza".
- ^ "Chosen Becky and Voltage Music express 'Telemundo' love | VIDEO". 11 December 2019.
- ^ "Kent and Flosso feature Chosen Becky on 'Telemundo' | AUDIO ALERT". 27 October 2019.
- ^ Nassazi, Joan (16 December 2025). "Ent. & Lifestyle: Singer Chosen Becky weds Abdul Ssekajja in elegant civil ceremony". New Vision. Retrieved 19 December 2025.
- ^ Nassazi, Joan (16 December 2025). "Ent. & Lifestyle: Singer Chosen Becky weds Abdul Ssekajja in elegant civil ceremony". New Vision. Retrieved 17 December 2025.
- ^ "Photos: Chosen Becky's civil wedding seals marriage with Ssekajja". Pulse Uganda. 16 December 2025. Retrieved 19 December 2025.
- ^ Admin (25 August 2025). "Blogs: Respecting sacred boundaries: Lessons from Chosen Becky's Mecca visit". New Vision. Retrieved 19 December 2025.
- ^ Reporter, NewVision (17 September 2024). "Ent. & Lifestyle: Chosen Becky and Dictator Amir welcome baby girl". New Vision. Retrieved 17 December 2025.
- ^ "Why Chosen Becky was allegedly deported from South Africa". 8 November 2021.