I think that we make a huge mistake by taking anything of a musical nature too seriously.
There is always room for lightness and fun. Even classical musicians who are playing so-called "serious" music are having fun. "Music is my toy." said Duke Ellington.

That doesn't mean there can't be serious content in song lyrics or in a concert presentation
but too much snobbishness occurs among "amateur" musicians who don't understand that music is for everyone, not just an elite few.

It also means that certain music commands respect for its value.

The ukes are part of a tradition that extend from Portugal to Hawaii and is of course
a cultural staple of Hawaiian music which is quite lovely.

Lighten up about the uke. It's fun, musical, and pretty with a rich lovely history.