UCEE is a Platinum/Award-Winning Record Producer, audio engineer, and artist who has become synonymous with high-quality Afrofusion sound. His producer tag, “UCEE!!” and catchphrase “THE GBEDU NA REPLAY,” are instantly recognizable stamps of quality. We sat down with the CEO of Remitano Entertainment to explore his journey, his philosophy of “timeless groove,” and his ambitious plans to build a lasting legacy.
The Philosophy of ‘THE GBEDU NA REPLAY’
For UCEE, his signature phrase is not just a catchphrase; it’s a statement of identity. It represents music that people don’t just hear once, but return to “over and over”.
“It’s the energy of replay value, cultural pride, and timeless groove. The tag became a stamp that instantly tells you, ‘yeah, this one has UCEE’s DNA on it’.”
From Improvisation to Intentionality
UCEE has been shaping sound since 2008, blending Afrobeat, soul, and global influences. His career began in Minna, where the major struggle was a severe lack of resources, forcing him to improvise a lot. This challenge, however, helped him develop his own unique style faster.
Moving to Abuja shifted the challenge to earning trust in a bigger city with higher expectations. This phase instilled discipline and taught him the importance of building real relationships in the industry.
Looking back at his early work, he rates it a “solid 6.5 or 7 out of 10,” because he has grown so much since then. The single biggest lesson he learned was to respect the process.
“That project showed me that great music isn’t just talent; it’s chemistry, trust, and being willing to refine something until it feels right. It taught me to listen more to the artist, to the emotion in the record, and even to the silence between sounds.”
Today, his sound has evolved from simple experimentation to being “more intentional, cleaner mixes, better textures, and a stronger Afro identity”. This evolution was fueled by his growing skill as an engineer, creative pushes from different artists, and confidence in his cultural roots.
Mastering the Business: Running Remitano Entertainment
As the CEO of Remitano Entertainment, UCEE faces unique challenges in the African creative space. He identifies the biggest hurdles as infrastructure (stable power, proper studios ), logistics , and a lack of respect for contracts and creative ownership.
His approach to overcoming this is to build his own systems: “reliable teams, strong documentation, and processes that don’t depend on chance” . He actively promotes a professional culture where business acumen and creativity meet.
His personal favorite track—which changes often—is currently “FUNDS” by Davido ft. Odumodublvck and Chike. He highlights the “synergy, the vibe, the way everything locked in” as something truly powerful.
Building a Legacy That Lasts
UCEE’s long-term vision extends far beyond producing hits; it’s about legacy work and building systems that will last.
“Once I peak, I want to pour into people and build systems that last longer than me.”
This vision includes:
- Artist Development and grooming the next wave of talent.
- Education, specifically teaching production, engineering, and the business side of music.
- Tech and Music Innovation, by building tools or platforms to solve real problems for African creatives.
- Expanding into film scoring and creative direction with sound.
Advice to Young Producers:
UCEE’s most crucial advice is simple: Don’t skip the hard parts. He emphasizes that every challenge, from limited gear to lack of recognition, built a skill he uses today.
His final takeaways for the next generation of producers:
- Learn your craft properly—both production and engineering.
- Protect your work—focus on contracts, splits, and documentation.
- Stay consistent—not every season is loud, but every season counts.
- Build real relationships—ego won’t open doors, but character will.
- Your sound is your fingerprint; develop it.
The Road Ahead: Global Expansion
UCEE’s immediate plans include dropping more intentional records, expanding the Remitano team, and delivering cleaner, bigger mixes.
Long-term, he is set on transforming Remitano Entertainment into a full creative ecosystem, opening a world-class studio space, and pushing their sound beyond Africa through global placements and collaborations.
He promises exciting upcoming collaborations with artists people wouldn’t expect, marking a new phase where “everything I touch has to elevate the brand”.
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