What is Buju Banton's Net Worth?
Buju Banton, born Mark Anthony Myrie in Kingston, Jamaica, in July 1973, is a renowned Jamaican musician with a net worth of $2 million. As the youngest of fifteen children, Buju began his journey into music at a young age. His musical career kicked off in 1987 with the release of his first single, "The Ruler." The early 90s saw Buju diving into the dancehall scene with a series of singles that captivated audiences.
In 1992, Buju Banton's first albums were released, including the seminal album "Mr. Mention," which became the best-selling album in Jamaican history at that time. This led him to sign with Mercury Records, and it marked the beginning of his rise to international fame. Buju's conversion to the Rastafari faith profoundly influenced his music, making it more spiritually oriented.
He further cemented his legacy by winning a Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album for his 2010 release, "Before the Dawn." However, Buju has faced significant controversy; his track "Boom Bye Bye" was criticized for being anti-gay, and he was arrested and convicted on drug conspiracy and firearms charges in the U.S. in 2009. Despite these challenges, Buju's music continued to resonate with fans worldwide.
Throughout his career, Buju Banton has released 12 studio albums. Notably, his 1997 album "Inna Heights" reached #1 on the Reggae Charts, and several of his albums, including "'Til Shiloh," "Unchained Spirit," "Rasta Got Soul," and "Before the Dawn," all peaked at #2. Buju's last concert was an emotional farewell performed amidst legal battles in January 2011 in Miami.
