The Gombyas met in primary school
SOPHIE and Sam Gombya are both popular artistes. Though they come from different religious backgrounds, they are happily married with three children. They talked to <b>Pidson Kareire</b> and below are excerpts;
SOPHIE and Sam Gombya are both popular artistes. Though they come from different religious backgrounds, they are happily married with three children. They talked to Pidson Kareire and below are excerpts;
SOPHIE GOMBYA
QUESTION: what is the craziest thing you have ever done for love?
A: I lied my parents that we had a party at school and I stayed out with Sam for two days.
How many boys did you date before getting serious with Sam?
Only two and they were casual friends. I was a mommy’s girl.
How did you get serious with Sam?
At first we were casual friends and as time went on, I discovered he was caring and responsible. I think his voice also contributed much to attract me.
Were you feeling jealous when you composed Spare Tyre?
I don’t sing about my experience, I act as an emissary for women. I realised that most women were suffering under such conditions.
Did you ever detooth?
Even if I was to detooth, I had no time and a way of doing it because I grew up in a strict Muslim family.
What do you consider as the virtues of a home?
Hospitality and trust.
If the fashion police were to arrest you, which attire would it find you with?
I like long dresses. I don’t like short clothes and mini-skirts because I think they are indecent.
Is there anything you hate about men?
I don’t like men who cheat. Men who philander are a disgrace to society and their families.
How about women?
I hate women who do not look after themselves and those who wait for their husbands to do everything for them. Everyone is capable of doing something for themselves. But some women do not make an effort.
What annoying habits have you registered about neighbours?
I hate their gossip, jealousy and hatred.
What do you enjoy cooking for Sam?
Sandwiches, fish, matooke and rice.
Do you give each other music advice?
Yes, we actually produce each other.
Would do you find it hard to go out with any of our local artistes?
Yes. I don’t trust any. Besides, I enjoy Sam’s company.
Do you have a problem appearing with Sam at most functions?
No, that is how we reduce risks of temptation.
Are you what you wanted to be when you were growing up?
I wanted to be a lawyer. I never thought of being a musician, although I sang in school choirs.
How do you balance family life and your music career?
My family is my priority. I make sure everything is in order before I go out for concerts. If there is a problem, I would rather cancel the concert and remain with my family.
What do you do to relax?
I swim and read novels.
How easy is it to maintain love?
It is very easy as long as you study each other well and trust one another. There is also need for time to discuss your problems. That time rejuvenates love.
What do you keep in your fridge?
Fruits and Club Pilsner for Sam.
What makes you sad?
Anything that interferes with my freedom. I don’t like being pushed; I dislike force and I love being independent.
SAM GOMBYA
Sam Gombya, a presenter on Radio Simba, started singing and acting when he was in Primary Three. He talked to Pidson Kareire and below are excerpts.
QUESTION: Are you and Sophie officially married?
A: Yes, we wedded at Namirembe Cathedral in 2004.
How did you meet Sophie?
We met at Nabagereka Primary School; she was three classes behind me. She later left the school, but we met again when she was in Senior Four and I was in A' level in Entebbe. I did not recognise her until she reminded me of our childhood at Nabagereka Primary School. I had started acting and she was one of my fans. She was always smart and I could not fail to look at her. At first, I did not say anything to her, but my actions revealed a lot and the chemistry grew with time.
How do you make your love secure?
I love faithfully. Once you trust someone you leave everything to God. She also does the same. Most importantly we work together.
What did you think about this morning?
I thought about my newborn daughter.
How many children do you have?
Three, Syrus, Solomon and Sonia.
Would you encourage your children to try acting or singing?
I wouldn’t encourage them to join the music industry because in music, people work hard, but earn very little. I would be glad if God gave them other chances.
Is there anything that ever threatened your love?
Sophie’s parents almost made it impossible for us to wed. Because they are Muslims and I am an Anglican, they did not want Sophie to get married a non-Muslim.
Would you date a fan?
No, I fear it would interfere with my business as well as my marriage. It is even discouraged in the scriptures.
How far did you go with education?
I studied music at Makerere University
How do relax?
Every Sunday I go to Gaba Beach with my family. I enjoy beaches very much. But most times when I am not working, I spend time arranging my music.
What is your favourite dish?
Fish, matooke and coke.
Can you cook?
Yes, in fact, on Women’s Day, I cooked rice and fish and she enjoyed it.
What makes you sad?
The thought of my children getting spoilt. I always worry about the future of my kids not because I have not planned for them, but because too much freedom and modernity can spoil them.
What is your most precious family value?
I value my children very much, but I believe hospitality is the virtue of a home. I am not conservative and I don’t encourage women to greet me while kneeling because we are all equal.
Are you what you wanted to be at 13?
Yes, I started singing when I was in P3 and I admired Jimmy Katumba, although I have not reached where he reached. But I am happy with what I have achieved.
Is it easy to maintain love?
It is possible when you learn your partner and trust each other.
When was the last time you cried at home?
When I lost my grandmother 10 years ago.
SOPHIE GOMBYA
QUESTION: what is the craziest thing you have ever done for love?
A: I lied my parents that we had a party at school and I stayed out with Sam for two days.
How many boys did you date before getting serious with Sam?
Only two and they were casual friends. I was a mommy’s girl.
How did you get serious with Sam?
At first we were casual friends and as time went on, I discovered he was caring and responsible. I think his voice also contributed much to attract me.
Were you feeling jealous when you composed Spare Tyre?
I don’t sing about my experience, I act as an emissary for women. I realised that most women were suffering under such conditions.
Did you ever detooth?
Even if I was to detooth, I had no time and a way of doing it because I grew up in a strict Muslim family.
What do you consider as the virtues of a home?
Hospitality and trust.
If the fashion police were to arrest you, which attire would it find you with?
I like long dresses. I don’t like short clothes and mini-skirts because I think they are indecent.
Is there anything you hate about men?
I don’t like men who cheat. Men who philander are a disgrace to society and their families.
How about women?
I hate women who do not look after themselves and those who wait for their husbands to do everything for them. Everyone is capable of doing something for themselves. But some women do not make an effort.
What annoying habits have you registered about neighbours?
I hate their gossip, jealousy and hatred.
What do you enjoy cooking for Sam?
Sandwiches, fish, matooke and rice.
Do you give each other music advice?
Yes, we actually produce each other.
Would do you find it hard to go out with any of our local artistes?
Yes. I don’t trust any. Besides, I enjoy Sam’s company.
Do you have a problem appearing with Sam at most functions?
No, that is how we reduce risks of temptation.
Are you what you wanted to be when you were growing up?
I wanted to be a lawyer. I never thought of being a musician, although I sang in school choirs.
How do you balance family life and your music career?
My family is my priority. I make sure everything is in order before I go out for concerts. If there is a problem, I would rather cancel the concert and remain with my family.
What do you do to relax?
I swim and read novels.
How easy is it to maintain love?
It is very easy as long as you study each other well and trust one another. There is also need for time to discuss your problems. That time rejuvenates love.
What do you keep in your fridge?
Fruits and Club Pilsner for Sam.
What makes you sad?
Anything that interferes with my freedom. I don’t like being pushed; I dislike force and I love being independent.
SAM GOMBYA
Sam Gombya, a presenter on Radio Simba, started singing and acting when he was in Primary Three. He talked to Pidson Kareire and below are excerpts.
QUESTION: Are you and Sophie officially married?
A: Yes, we wedded at Namirembe Cathedral in 2004.
How did you meet Sophie?
We met at Nabagereka Primary School; she was three classes behind me. She later left the school, but we met again when she was in Senior Four and I was in A' level in Entebbe. I did not recognise her until she reminded me of our childhood at Nabagereka Primary School. I had started acting and she was one of my fans. She was always smart and I could not fail to look at her. At first, I did not say anything to her, but my actions revealed a lot and the chemistry grew with time.
How do you make your love secure?
I love faithfully. Once you trust someone you leave everything to God. She also does the same. Most importantly we work together.
What did you think about this morning?
I thought about my newborn daughter.
How many children do you have?
Three, Syrus, Solomon and Sonia.
Would you encourage your children to try acting or singing?
I wouldn’t encourage them to join the music industry because in music, people work hard, but earn very little. I would be glad if God gave them other chances.
Is there anything that ever threatened your love?
Sophie’s parents almost made it impossible for us to wed. Because they are Muslims and I am an Anglican, they did not want Sophie to get married a non-Muslim.
Would you date a fan?
No, I fear it would interfere with my business as well as my marriage. It is even discouraged in the scriptures.
How far did you go with education?
I studied music at Makerere University
How do relax?
Every Sunday I go to Gaba Beach with my family. I enjoy beaches very much. But most times when I am not working, I spend time arranging my music.
What is your favourite dish?
Fish, matooke and coke.
Can you cook?
Yes, in fact, on Women’s Day, I cooked rice and fish and she enjoyed it.
What makes you sad?
The thought of my children getting spoilt. I always worry about the future of my kids not because I have not planned for them, but because too much freedom and modernity can spoil them.
What is your most precious family value?
I value my children very much, but I believe hospitality is the virtue of a home. I am not conservative and I don’t encourage women to greet me while kneeling because we are all equal.
Are you what you wanted to be at 13?
Yes, I started singing when I was in P3 and I admired Jimmy Katumba, although I have not reached where he reached. But I am happy with what I have achieved.
Is it easy to maintain love?
It is possible when you learn your partner and trust each other.
When was the last time you cried at home?
When I lost my grandmother 10 years ago.