Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, is a prominent Ugandan musician and political leader currently living in exile. He has framed his movement as a 'people power' struggle for democratic transition in Uganda, where he faces repression from the regime of long-time ruler Yoweri Museveni. After a disputed election in January, Bobi Wine fled to the United States following a military siege of his home. During a recent visit to Harvard University, he discussed the profound impact of literature and music on his political convictions. He highlighted Nigerian novelist Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart' as pivotal in shaping his love for African literature. Bobi Wine also lamented the dangers faced by contemporary Ugandan writers, noting the assassination of author Joe Nam and the banning of Dr. Olive Kobusingye's book. He believes that music and literature are intertwined, historically serving as vehicles for protest and memory. Bobi Wine's own music, which carries potent political messages, has been banned in Uganda, underscoring the regime's fear of artistic expression. He concluded by sharing a playlist of songs that resonate with his political themes, including tracks by Bob Marley and Michael Jackson.