Here’s What Beenie Man And Bounty Killer Are Worth – 2024

By NAN ET Editor

News Americas, New York, NY, Mon. October 21, 2024: Jamaican dancehall icons Beenie Man and Bounty Killer were among 150 Jamaicans honored with National Awards today, on Heroes Day in Jamaica. The ceremony took place at King’s House, recognizing their outstanding contributions to Jamaican music.

Both artists were awarded the Order of Distinction in the rank of Officer, a prestigious accolade highlighting their influence on the global music scene.

So, what are the net worths of these legendary stars, given their extensive careers and musical accomplishments?

FLASHBACK – Beenie Man performs at the MOBO Awards 2022 at OVO Arena Wembley on November 30, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)

Beenie Man, 51, born Anthony Moses Davis in Kingston in August 1973, is estimated to have a net worth of approximately $4 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. Starting his career at a young age, Beenie Man quickly became a household name, known for his dynamic performances and chart-topping albums. Notable works like Many Moods Of Moses and the Grammy-winning Art And Life have solidified his position in the industry, contributing significantly to his wealth. His ability to adapt to the ever-evolving music landscape while maintaining his signature style has kept him relevant throughout the decades.

Here is a list of Beenie Man’s studio albums:

The Invincible Beany Man – The 10 Year Old D.J. Wonder
Released: 1983
Label: Bunny Lee

Cool Cool Rider
Released: December 4, 1992
Label: VP

Defend It
Released: March 4, 1994
Label: VP

Dis Unu Fi Hear
Released: September 25, 1994
Label: Hightone

Blessed
Released: July 17, 1995
Label: Island

Beenie Man Meets Mad Cobra
Released: September 5, 1995
Label: VP

Maestro
Released: December 16, 1996
Labels: Greensleeves, VP

Many Moods of Moses
Released: December 9, 1997
Labels: VP, Slammin’ Vinyl

Ruff ‘N’ Tuff
Released: April 6, 1999
Label: Fuel 2000

The Doctor
Released: May 18, 1999
Label: VP, Slammin’ Vinyl

Y2K
Released: September 14, 1999
Label: Artists Only

Art and Life
Released: July 11, 2000
Label: Virgin

Youth Quake
Released: October 2, 2001
Label: Artists Only

The Magnificent
Released: March 26, 2002

Tropical Storm
Released: August 20, 2002
Label: Virgin

Back to Basics
Released: July 13, 2004
Label: Virgin

Concept of Life
Released: January 25, 2006
Label: Corner Shop

Undisputed
Released: August 25, 2006
Label: Virgin

Compilations
All the Best (1995, Peter Pan)
Wild Wild (1999, Rhino)
Best of Beenie Man (2000, VP) – Chart Position (US Reggae): #4
The Very Best of Beenie Man: Gold (2002, Jet Star Music)
Kingston to King of the Dancehall: A Collection of Dancehall Favorites (2005, Virgin) – Chart Positions (US R&B): #60, (US Reggae): #3
Hundred Dollar Bag (2005, Self-released)
Monsters of Dancehall (2007, Greensleeves)
Riddim Album Compilation Features

Beenie Man has featured on over 800 riddim album productions throughout his career, showcasing his dominance in reggae and dancehall since the early 1990s.
Collaboration Albums

Guns Out (1994) (with Bounty Killer)
3 Against War (1994) (with Dennis Brown & Triston Palma)
Live Albums
Aces International @ 82 Chisholm Avenue, Kingston (1983)
Live in San Francisco (2004)
Mixtapes and Unofficial Releases
Trendsetter (2000)
Cool Cool Rider – The Roots of a Dancehall Don (2004)
Its Ah! Beenie (2006)

FLASHBACK – In this screengrab released on October 27, Bounty Killer performs for the BET Hip Hop Awards 2020. (Photo by 2020HHA/Getty Images via Getty Images)

Bounty Killer, born Rodney Basil Price, 52, also born in Kingston, Jamaica, is reported to have a net worth of around $1 million. Known for his collaborations with international acts such as No Doubt, Fugees, and Swizz Beatz, Bounty Killer has earned most of his wealth through royalties and music sales. Despite a lower net worth compared to his peers, his impact on the dancehall genre remains undeniable.

Discography

Albums:

Roots, Reality & Culture (1994, VP Records)

Jamaica’s Most Wanted (1994, Greensleeves Records)

Guns Out (1994, Greensleeves Records)

Face to Face (1994, VP Records)

Down in the Ghetto (1994, Greensleeves Records)

No Argument (1995, Greensleeves Records)

My Xperience (1996, VP Records/TVT Records)

Ghetto Gramma (1997, Greensleeves Records)

Next Millennium (1998, VP Records/TVT Records)

5th Element (1999, VP Records)

Ghetto Dictionary – The Mystery (2002, VP Records)

Ghetto Dictionary – The Art of War (2002, VP Records)

Nah No Mercy – The Warlord Scrolls (2006, VP Records)

EPs:

Raise Hell on Hellboy (2009, PayDay Music Group)

Summertime – Bounty Killer Feat. Patexx (2010, Syndicate Records)

Summertime – Buss Out Remix Feat. Busta Rhymes & Patexx (2011, Syndicate Records)

Riddim Album Features:

Bounty Killer has singles featured on more than 500 riddim album productions worldwide, contributing to his enduring presence in reggae dancehall music since the early 1990s.

Beyond his discography and achievements, Bounty Killer has been an advocate for mental health, particularly emphasizing the importance of men prioritizing their emotional and psychological well-being.

In addition to his musical legacy, Bounty Killer has made a significant impact through his charitable efforts. In 2018, he launched the Bounty Killer Foundation, starting with a series of donations to Kingston Public Hospital, which had treated him after a gunshot wound in 1986. In 2020, through his foundation, he made a cash donation to Jamaican reggae singer Junior Byles, who was suffering from mental illness and cancer. His commitment to giving back underscores his dedication to the community beyond music.