Uganda's rising music star, Badman Jelly G has proudly spoken about his educational background, revealing that despite dropping out of school in Primary Seven (P.7), he managed to attain a First Grade, an achievement he says he remains proud of.
Speaking during an interview with Calvin De Entertainer on Horizon Vibe at UBC TV, the singer defended his educational journey, emphasising that going to school and making an effort to learn is an achievement worth appreciating.
"For me, I went to school even if I stopped in P.7. At least I went to school and tried, because some people never even entered K.1 classroom. But for me, I sat in class and got First Grade. I can communicate seriously," Badman Jelly G said.
The musician's remarks highlighted his pride in the academic foundation he acquired despite not continuing with formal education beyond Primary Seven. He also revealed that he is currently pursuing education, with hopes of improving his English writing and communication skills.
Badman Jelly G believes that one day he will be able to write excellent English compositions and confidently welcome people at major events.
Beyond his educational journey, the singer called upon Northerners living abroad to continue supporting Luo music and promoting Uganda, saying Northern Ugandan musicians have the potential to achieve international recognition like Nigerian superstar Burna Boy.
He also expressed his dream of seeing Ugandan musicians perform at a FIFA World Cup event one day, saying he believes Northern Uganda's music has the potential to reach global audiences.
On his music career, Badman Jelly G revealed that he started music in 2023 and began making a breakthrough in Northern Uganda just earlier this year three. His growing popularity opened opportunities for him to perform at major parties and events, including in Kampala.
Although he does not consider himself Uganda's biggest artist at the moment, he remains confident that he will one day rise above his current status and become one of the country's biggest musicians.
"I'm not saying I'm the biggest artist in Uganda, but I know one day I'm going to be bigger than all of them," he said.
He concluded by encouraging fellow upcoming artists to believe in themselves, noting that self-confidence is the foundation of success.
"In this world, you have to believe in yourself first, then follow others. If you are trusting someone more than yourself, you will never go anywhere," Badman Jelly G added.
Badman Jelly G, whose real name is Opiyo Geoffrey, rose to fame earlier this year (2026) with his massive hit, Yelo-Oo, which became one of the top-trending songs on Uganda's music charts. The song's success has earned him a nomination at the 2026 HiPipo Music Awards in the Best Regional Song of the Year category.
Jelly G has also released several other songs, including Tim Me, Abang Bang, Ma Tye Dead, Muranga, Cawa Me Apoya, Pi Wun, Gwok Dudi, I Jacking, and Shodi Na, among others.
