Burna Boy Net Worth

What is Burna Boy's Net Worth?

Burna Boy is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and record producer who has a net worth of $22 million. Burna Boy rose to international prominence with his genre-blending Afro-fusion sound, which mixes Afrobeats, dancehall, reggae, and hip-hop. Born Damini Ogulu, he gained early recognition with his 2012 single "Like to Party" and solidified his presence in African pop with the release of his debut album "L.I.F.E." in 2013. His breakthrough on the global stage came with his 2018 album "Outside" and the hit single "Ye," which became an anthem across Africa and beyond.

In 2019, Burna Boy released "African Giant," earning widespread critical acclaim and a Grammy nomination. He followed up with "Twice as Tall" in 2020, which won the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album, making him one of the first Nigerian artists to win a Grammy for a solo project. His later albums, including "Love, Damini" (2022), featured collaborations with global stars like Ed Sheeran and J Balvin, further cementing his international appeal. Known for his politically conscious lyrics and commanding stage presence, Burna Boy has performed at major venues worldwide, including Madison Square Garden and London Stadium, and is widely regarded as one of Africa's most successful and influential music exports.

Early Life and Education

Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, was born on July 2, 1991 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. His parents are Bose, an academic and businesswoman, and Samuel, a manager of a welding company. As a kid, Ogulu made music using the digital audio workstation FL Studio. He was educated in Nigeria at Corona Secondary School in Agbara before relocating to London, England, to continue his studies. For his higher education, Ogulu studied at the University of Sussex and Oxford Brookes University. He later returned to Nigeria and did a year-long internship at the radio station Rhythm 93.7 FM.

Studio Albums

Burna Boy released his debut studio album, "L.I.F.E", in 2013. Supported by five singles including the breakout hit "Like to Party," the album helped establish him as a rising force in Nigerian pop. In 2014, he parted ways with Aristokrat Records and went on to found his own label, Spaceship Entertainment, in early 2015. That same year, he released his second studio album, "On a Spaceship," followed by his debut EP, "Redemption."

His third studio album, "Outside," arrived in 2018 and marked a major turning point. The project debuted at number three on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart and won Album of the Year at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards. Burna Boy's fourth album, "African Giant," was released in 2019 and earned critical acclaim across Africa and the diaspora. It won Album of the Year at the All Africa Music Awards and earned a Grammy nomination for Best World Music Album.

In 2020, he released "Twice as Tall," executive produced by Sean "Diddy" Combs. The album debuted atop the Billboard World Albums chart and went on to win the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album, making Burna Boy one of the first Nigerian solo artists to win a Grammy.

His sixth studio album, "Love, Damini," dropped in 2022 and featured appearances from Ed Sheeran, J Balvin, and Popcaan. The album debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200—the highest debut ever for an African album at the time—and featured hits like "Last Last" and "For My Hand."

In August 2023, Burna Boy released his seventh studio album, "I Told Them…" The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and entered the Top 10 on the U.S. Billboard 200, making him the first African artist to debut in the U.S. Top 10. The project featured guest appearances from 21 Savage, J. Cole, RZA, and Dave, and was praised for blending Afrofusion with vintage hip-hop and R&B influences.

As of mid-2025, Burna Boy has not released an eighth studio album but continues to tour and release standalone singles.

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Collaborations and Featured Appearances

Throughout his career, Burna Boy has collaborated with a wide range of artists across genres and continents. In 2018, he was featured on "Sunshine Riptide" by the American rock band Fall Out Boy. In 2019, he teamed up with DJDS for the joint EP "Steel & Copper," and appeared on Stormzy's chart-topping single "Own It" alongside Ed Sheeran.

In 2020, he was featured on the remix of Master KG's hit "Jerusalema" and on Sam Smith's single "My Oasis." The following year, he appeared on Justin Bieber's "Loved by You" from the album Justice and Jon Bellion's "I Feel It." His contribution to Beyoncé's "The Lion King: The Gift" soundtrack on the track "Ja Ara E" further solidified his global reputation.

Recent collaborations include his appearance on "Talibans II," a remix of Byron Messia's viral hit, and "Burna Boy Interlude" from Diddy's 2023 project "The Love Album: Off the Grid." He also collaborated on "Mera Na" with the late Punjabi rapper Sidhu Moose Wala and British producer Steel Banglez.

Burna Boy's 2023 singles "Sittin' on Top of the World" and "Big 7" also gained international traction, with a remix of "Sittin' on Top of the World" featuring 21 Savage included on "I Told Them…"

Burna Boy remains one of the most sought-after African collaborators in global music, regularly crossing genres and borders with his Afro-fusion style.

Honors and Awards

Burna Boy has received many accolades and honors, including a Grammy, BET, All Africa Music, Ghana Music, and Soundcity MVP Awards. In 2022, he was awarded Nigeria's Order of the Federal Republic for his contributions to music.

Shooting Incident

In mid-2022, Burna Boy's armed security escorts allegedly shot and wounded two people at a Lagos nightclub. Reportedly, the incident began after the wife of one of the victims declined Burna Boy's invitation to join him in the club's VIP section. Five of the singer's security guards were subsequently arrested and charged with attempted murder. Later, the woman whose husband was shot in the incident accused Burna Boy and his family of trying to silence them with hush money.

Personal Life

From 2018 to 2022, Burna Boy was in a relationship with British rapper and singer Stefflon Don.

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