The song "Hama" was released after Ray G announced that his latest EP represents a transformational milestone in his musical career. He described "Checkmate" as the moment he realized music would forever be his life, prompting him to treat it as a lifelong journey and passion.
"Hama" is a profound love song that showcases deep emotions and masterfully combines the talents of Ray G and Bruce Melodie. The track is sung in their native languages, Runyankore and Kinyarwanda, fostering a rich cultural collaboration and underscoring the theme of unity.
The song’s audio was produced by Prince Kiiiz and polished by Bob Pro, while its visuals were filmed in Rwanda during March 2025. Ray G made a dedicated trip to Rwanda for the creation of this memorable music video.
This song leads Ray G's EP, which features a variety of unique tracks that mix traditional Ugandan styles with Afrobeat and RnB rhythms. Other songs listed on the EP include "Mwaami," "Chubby," "One in One," and other unreleased titles.
Renowned Ugandan producers such as Instramento, Bruno, KBZ, Eliakis, Nessim, and Andre contributed their expertise to this EP, adding to the high-quality sound.
Ray G, whose real name is Reagan Muhairwe, hails from Mbarara in Uganda. He stands as one of the most highly respected artists in western Uganda, with a decade-long professional career.
Beginning his journey in 2013, Ray G focused on singing in Runyankore and leveraging his cultural heritage to deliver immersive, meaningful messages through his music.
Over the years, Ray G has captured audiences through hit tracks like "Yoya," "Omusheshe" (a collaboration with Spice Diana), "Make A Way," "Let It Be," "Eizooba," and his latest chart-topper, "Hama," recorded with Bruce Melodie.
Ray G has distinguished himself as one of Uganda's few rural artists to successfully transition into the mainstream music industry, participating in major concerts and partnering with international artists.
In May 2023, Ray G performed in Saudi Arabia, headlining three major concerts in Riyadh, Dammam (May 26), and Jeddah (May 27), alongside his manager, Josh. These performances bolstered his international appeal among Ugandans around the world.
The EP serves as a platform for Ray G to exhibit the evolution of his artistry while bringing together leading music producers, fellow artists, and landmark achievements from his career.
His collaboration with Bruce Melodie, one of East Africa's most revered musicians, highlights Ray G’s emergence from being a solely local artist to now working alongside continental icons—underscoring his strong regional presence.
Ray G released the visuals for "Hama", filmed in Rwanda in March 2025 as part of his partnership with Bruce Melodie.
Bruce Melodie expressed his satisfaction in supporting Ray G by contributing to several songs in his EP, which reflects camaraderie and musical excellence.
Click Here to Watch the Video of Ray G and Bruce Melodie’s Song "Hama."