Buju Banton

Buju Banton was born on July 15, 1973 in Jamaica. Reggae musician known for his steady two-decade career before arrests for drug distribution and gun possession landed him a prison sentence. One day before his trial in 2011, his album Before the Dawn took the honor for Best Reggae Album at the 53rd Grammy Awards.
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๐ŸŽ‚ Buju Banton - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

Currently, Buju Banton is 51 years, 4 months and 6 days old. Buju Banton will celebrate 52rd birthday on a Tuesday 15th of July 2025. Below we countdown to Buju Banton upcoming birthday.

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Popular As Buju Banton
Occupation Reggae Singer
Age 51 years old
Zodiac Sign Cancer
Born July 15, 1973 (Jamaica)
Birthday July 15
Town/City Jamaica
Nationality Jamaica

๐ŸŒ™ Zodiac

Buju Bantonโ€™s zodiac sign is Cancer. According to astrologers, the sign of Cancer belongs to the element of Water, just like Scorpio and Pisces. Guided by emotion and their heart, they could have a hard time blending into the world around them. Being ruled by the Moon, phases of the lunar cycle deepen their internal mysteries and create fleeting emotional patterns that are beyond their control. As children, they don't have enough coping and defensive mechanisms for the outer world, and have to be approached with care and understanding, for that is what they give in return.

๐ŸŒ™ Chinese Zodiac Signs

Buju Banton was born in the Year of the Ox. Another of the powerful Chinese Zodiac signs, the Ox is steadfast, solid, a goal-oriented leader, detail-oriented, hard-working, stubborn, serious and introverted but can feel lonely and insecure. Takes comfort in friends and family and is a reliable, protective and strong companion. Compatible with Snake or Rooster.

About

Reggae musician known for his steady two-decade career before arrests for drug distribution and gun possession landed him a prison sentence. One day before his trial in 2011, his album Before the Dawn took the honor for Best Reggae Album at the 53rd Grammy Awards.

Before Fame

He found his stage name when he was given the nickname "Buju," a name given to chubby babies. He further used "Banton," a word for storyteller and inspired by his hero Burro Banton.

Trivia

One of his most popular songs "Boom Bye Bye" gained attention in 2009 for it's controversial anti-gay lyrics--despite the song having been released in 1992.

Family Life

He was born Mark Anthony Myrie in Salt Lane, Kingston. His mother was a street vendor and his father was a laborer. He has fifteen children and has bought homes in both Jamaica and Tamarac, Florida.

Associated With

His album Unchained Spirit featured artists like Stephen Marley and Tim Armstrong.

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