Desire Luzinda is a popular Ugandan artist who rose to fame through her music, beauty, energetic performances and outspoken personality. However, beyond music, Desire has attracted public attention because of her relationships, motherhood, charitable activities and personal transformation. Her relationship with gospel singer Levixone has also generated considerable interest among fans, particularly because the two come from different musical backgrounds. From her successful songs to her foundation and family life, Desire Luzinda continues to attract attention from Ugandans and entertainment followers across Africa.
Here is a closer look at her life, relationship with Levixone, daughter, children, foundation, music career and latest news.
Luzinda’s Relationship with Levixon.
Desire is married to Levixone, whose real name is Sam Lucas Lubyogo, a gospel singer and born again man. After keeping their relationship relatively private, Levixone publicly proposed to Desire in July, 2025, describing her as the woman he had prayed for. Their relationship attracted attention because Desire had previously established herself as a secular musician before embracing gospel music and Christianity.
On 12th August, 2025, Desire officially introduced Levixone to her family in a traditional introduction ceremony held in Matugga, Wakiso District and three days later, on 15th August, 2025, the couple exchanged marriage vows at Serena Hotel in Kigo. The couple is anticipated to have developed romantic feelings for each other due to the christian faith they both share. Desire has even previously spoken about how Levixone encouraged her during her spiritual transformation.
Desire and Her Daughter, Michelle
Luzinda has a daughter called Michelle Heather Kaddu, the owner of Bodied by Temple, a women’s fitness clothing brand that she launched in December, 2025. Michelle is Desire’s daughter from a previous relationship whom she raised while balancing motherhood, her music career and other professional commitments. In interviews, Desire has described Michelle as an important person in her life. She has also spoken about how their relationship has developed as her daughter has grown older.
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Twins with Levixone
In October 2026, Desire and Levixone attracted widespread attention after sharing a social media video that appeared to announce that they were expecting a child. Later, a post using the Luganda expression Ssalongo, commonly associated with a father of twins, sparked speculation that the couple had welcomed twins. On 20th October, 2026, New Vision reported that Desire had asked fans to be patient, saying they would see the twins at the right time. She also dismissed suggestions that the announcement was simply a publicity stunt.
Luzinda’s Foundation
Desire Luzinda owns a foundation through which she carries out charitable activities. The foundation is named after her, Desire Luzinda Foundation International (DLFI) and was established in 2021. This foundation supports vulnerable children, young girls and disadvantaged communities. It reflects Desire’s interest in giving back to society and using her public influence to improve people’s lives.According to reports published during its launch, the foundation began its humanitarian activities by supporting children at Uplift Children’s Centre in Lungujja, Kampala.
Its activities have included providing scholastic materials to disadvantaged children, donating food, bedding and other essential supplies, supporting education for vulnerable girls, promoting mentorship and empowerment programmes, supporting community development and livelihood initiatives, encouraging young people to overcome difficult circumstances among others.
Her songs
Desire’s music career included collaborations, television appearances, live performances and releases that received attention from Ugandan music fans. Some of her popular songs include: Ekitone, Mubiite, Nyumirwa Nyo, Ebyama, Equation, Damn, Muntu Wange, Kale, Nafuna Yesu, I Overcome, Hallelujah and many more.
Desire’s Transition to Gospel music.
After years of performing secular songs, Luzinda stepped away from the mainstream music scene around 2019 to concentrate on her Christian faith. In September 2022, she announced plans to release music from her gospel project titled Alabaster Heart EP. Her gospel music includes songs such as I Overcome, through which she communicates messages of hope, faith and spiritual transformation.
Her New releases
Desire’s music catalogue has continued to receive attention through streaming platforms. Her listed releases include Muntu Wange (2025), Wano Wooli (2026) and Manyi Gamukyala (2026).
