Mun G
Mun G | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Mungi Emmanuel Matovu |
| Born | 25 December 1985 Uganda |
| Origin | Kampala, Uganda |
| Genres | Lugaflow, Hip hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, songwriter |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Labels | Baboon Forest Entertainment (former), Kunta Kinte |
Mungi Emmanuel Matovu (born 25 December 1985), best known as Mun G or Mun Genius is a Ugandan rapper and songwriter known for his contributions to Lugaflow and hip-hop music in Uganda.[1] He rose to prominence in the early 2010s and was associated with the Baboon Forest Entertainment collective founded by GNL Zamba before establishing his own musical brand called Kunta Kinte.[1][2][3][4]
Early life and education
Mun G was born on 25 December 1985 in Gayaza town, Masaka District.[3] He completed his secondary education form Masaka Secondary School before joining Makerere University from where he attained his Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science.[5][6]
Musical career
Mun G began his professional music career around 2010, gaining prominence with his debut single "Ebintu," which became a hit and introduced him to Uganda's hip-hop audience.[3] He later joined Baboon Forest Entertainment, a hip-hop collective led by GNL Zamba, where he gained wider recognition.[7][8] His breakthrough came through collaborations such as "Kakunganye," featuring the late Mowzey Radio and Weasel.[7]
After leaving Baboon Forest following the end of his contract, Mun G founded his own label, Kunta Kinte, marking a transition to an independent career.[9] Over the years, he has released numerous songs and built a catalogue of more than 30 hit tracks.[10]
Discography
Here are some of his song:[11][12][13][14]
Singles
- Igwe (Weyayu)
- Bintwala
- Fati
- Big Bumpa
- The Whistle Song
- Kyaba Too Much
- Oh My Goodness
- Nguwulira
- Njagala Banjagala
- Kisaati Masavu
- Kisaati Masavu Remix
- Shake Tables
- Wepanke
- Pombe
- Kiggwanga
- Nabbanja
- Uganda Enyumira
- Uganda
- Entanglement
- Ontwala Speed
- Harvest You
- Oli Wamanyi
- Sente Egonza
- Nyama
- Kiri Kampala
- One More Day
- Aleese Work
- Silya Mukene
- Sala Puleesa
- Byayanga
- Nkwepikira
- Kiki Ekigaanye
- Jira Tugire
- Kyiri Obvious
- Speaking in Tongues
- Dear Pops
- With You
- Good Vibes
- Billion Views
- Kayaye
- Bridget
- Team Mukiibi
- Sente Zange
- Akatuli
- Zzina
- Top G
- Money Is Coming
- Holiday
- Legend
Collaborations
- Kakunganye (feat. Mowzey Radio & Weasel)
- Sejjusa (feat. Naava Grey)
- Legends (feat. Jose Chameleone)
- Born a fighter (feat. Jose Chameleone)
- Mumaanyi (feat. Crim Soft)
- Engonga Dance (feat. Vampino)
- Mzuri (feat. Jose Chameleone)
- All To Me (feat. Joshua Baraka)
- Nayomi (feat. Joshua Baraka)
- Crazy (Mutwe) (feat. Daddy Andre)
- Blesssed (feat. TIK & Twazzitah)
- Okoze Otya (feat. Vian Music)
- Sikyaswala (feat. Ziki J)
- Omugaati (feat. Joseph Sax)
- Bomboclat (feat. Ykee Benda)
- Guma Bakunyige (feat. Recho Rey)
- Follow My Rules (feat. Nutty Neithan)
- Kikambwe (feat. GNL Zamba)
- Bafulume (feat. Ziki J)
- Kampala Takoma (feat. Crysto Panda)
- Locomotive (The whistle song) - Davis Ntare, Radio ,Weasel, Cindy, Rabadaba,GNL Zamba, Mr X, Vboyo
See also
- GNL Zamba
- Navio
- Joshua Baraka
- Music of Uganda
Awards and nominations
| Award | Year | Category | Work/Song | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz Teeniez Awards | 2014 | Teeniez Male Artist | Won[15] | |
| Buzz Teeniez Awards | 2015 | Teeniez Male Artist | Won[16] | |
| Buzz Teeniez Awards | 2015 | Hottest Riddim | Follow My Rules | Won[16] |
| Buzz Teeniez Awards | 2015 | Hottest Collabo | Follow My Rules (feat. Nutty Neithan) | Won[16] |
| HiPipo Music Awards | 2017 | Best Hip Hop Song | Sala Puleesa | Won[17] |
| MTN Hip Hop Awards | 2018 | Male Rapper of the Year | Nominated[18] | |
| MTN Hip Hop Awards | 2019 | Album of the Year | Omungi Atibwa | Won[19] |
| Zzina Awards | 2019 | Best Lugaflow/Rap Artist | Nominated[20] | |
| MTN Hip Hop Awards | 2019 | Male Rapper of the Year | Nominated[21] | |
| MTN Hip Hop Awards | 2020 | Song of the Year | Kampala Takoma | Nominated[22] |
| Buzz Teeniez Awards | 2020 | Hottest Hip Hop Song | Bintwala | Won[23] |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Mystery fridge stunt and Mun G collab to launch "Say My Name" campaign". Monitor. 2025-05-30. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ ATILUK, NATHAN (2024-12-21). "Azawi, Mun G steal show at Zoe grounds". The Observer. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Ruby, Josh (2020-05-10). "Mun G ready to celebrate 10 years with a concert before end of 2020". MBU. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ Reporter, NewVision (2022-05-20). "Ent. & Lifestyle: Music Review: Kiggwanga – Mun*G". New Vision. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ "Mun G Biography, Wiki, Profile, Life Story". www.howwe.ug. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ "Mun G says he wouldn't have built a house if it wasn't for girlfriend". Pulse Uganda. 2023-08-27. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 "I no longer look for hit songs - Mun G". www.howwe.ug. 2024-01-12. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ Reporter, NewVision (2023-10-25). "Ent. & Lifestyle: Mun*G claims only Mowzey Radio could battle him musically". New Vision. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ bigeyeadmin5 (2025-08-03). "Mun G Clears the Air: Says He Was Never Fired from Baboon Forest". BigEye.UG. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ Benjie (2025-08-12). "Mun G boasts unmatched stage presence and music catalog". MBU. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ "Mun G New and Old Songs : Listen and Download". www.howwe.ug. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ "Mun G New and Old Songs Mp3 Download, Mun G Music Videos - DJ Erycom". www.djerycom.ug. Retrieved 2026-04-23.
- ↑ ATILUK, NATHAN (2025-02-25). "Naava Grey sings heart out at maiden concert". The Observer. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ Businge, Solomon (2017-06-06). "Navio, Naava, Mun G,Nutty Neithan in Mega Collabo". ChimpReports. Retrieved 2026-06-04.
- ↑ "2014 Buzz Teeniez Awards Winners". Howwe.ug. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 16.2 "Buzz Teeniez Awards 2015 Winners List". BigEye.ug. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ "Winners of Hipipo Music Awards 2017". Howwe Uganda. 5 February 2017. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ "MTN Hip Hop Awards 2018 Nominees". Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ "MTN Hip Hop Awards 2019 Winners". Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ "Zzina Awards 2019 Nominees". musicinafrica. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ "MTN Hip Hop Awards 2019 Nominees" (PDF). Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ "MTN Hip Hop Awards 2020 Nominees". Retrieved 23 April 2026.
- ↑ "Buzz Teeniez Awards 2020 Winners". Howwe.ug. Retrieved 23 April 2026.
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