It’s been two years since veteran dancehall star Buju Banton was released from prison on drug charges. Buju returned to Jamaica on December 7, 2018, after serving seven years, of a 10-year sentence, for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute five or more kilograms of cocaine.
He spent his time at the McRae Correctional Institution in the United States. While incarcerated Buju Banton kept his head up and kept elevating himself. In 2016, he graduated with a Masters Degree in Music Business Management from the University of New York.
He told reporters, “I can do anything I put my mind to; you know that. People who know me know that I am very determined and will achieve my goals despite hardships. I will not allow the system to conquer me.”
His resilience has paid off as the “Not an Easy Road” singer now has a certified Gold album, “Til Shiloh” and his latest work “Upside Down 2020” has been doing well.
The deejay took to Instagram to thank his fans for sticking with him on his journey. On the anniversary of his freedom, he captioned a short video clip, “Give thanks.”
He thanked his fans and followers for their support as well as his haters.
“Yes, to all my well-wishers, it was great being here. Love it, Jah live. To all my enemies and the haters, it’s great to have you to give us inspiration. We won’t stop so we know you won’t stop,” he said.
Thousands of fans lined the streets when he arrived in 2018 and throughout the Caribbean, most of his concerts in the “Long Walk to Freedom” series were sold out.
Over 47, 000 of his fans showed him appreciation for the sentiment.
Meanwhile Buju Banton has just won Best Reggae Act at this year’s annual MOBO Awards for his long-awaited album, “Upside Down 2020,” his first full-length studio album in a decade.
The album was released this summer on June 26 and it has also been nominated for a Grammy for Best Reggae Album.
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