Buju Banton vs. Bubba in Prison, who wins?
In 2011, global Reggae artist and Dancehall superstar Mark Myrie who has popularized a song, entitled “Boom Bye Bye” whose lyrical content calls for violence against gay people was sentenced to ten years in prison after he was convicted of conspiracy to possess cocaine with the intent to distribute.
People the world over know that gay sex is popular in prison.
There aren’t too many people who have spent more than two years prison to escape being jumped by Bubba — while serving time. The sixty-four thousand dollar question now is: Will Buju Banton still perform his popular antigay song entitled “Boom Bye Bye?”
There aren’t too many people who have spent more than two years prison to escape being jumped by Bubba — while serving time. The sixty-four thousand dollar question now is: Will Buju Banton still perform his popular antigay song entitled “Boom Bye Bye?”
Most people conclude that since Buju Banton did an eight stint in federal prison — he must have picked up the soap, at some point.
Buju’s sermon (Boom Bye Bye) became a popular anthem for many fans, although it openly preached criminal activity that calls for the violent suppression and execution of homosexuals by way of bullets to the back of their head.
Upon his release from federal prison on December 8, 2018; Banton was transported back to Jamaica where he received a hero’s welcome by hundreds of adoring fans.
The Rapper/singer who has released such insightful hits as “I Wanna Be Loved, “Driver” and “Walk Like A Champion” a hit record also memorialized by the Fugees in their solid hit record Oh La, La La.” is also credited for having not only a unique style of rapping, Banton also boasts an incredible singing vocal ability.
In 1992 The artist surpassed the “King” of Reggae Bob Marley’s record for having the most number one hits records in Jamaica.
After, he
The Reggae Compassionate Act
We, the artists of the Reggae community, hereby present this letter as a symbol of our dedication to the guiding principles of Reggae’s enduring foundation ONE LOVE. Throughout time, Reggae has been recognized as a healing remedy and an agent of positive social change.
We will continue this proud and righteous tradition.
Reggae Artists and their music have fought against injustices, inequalities, poverty and violence even while enduring some of those same circumstances themselves. Over the years, reggae music has become popularized and enjoyed by an unprecedented audience all over the world. Artists of the Reggae Community respect and uphold the rights of all individuals to live without fear of hatred and violence due to their religion, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity or gender.
While we recognize that our artistic community comprises many different individuals who express themselves in different ways and hold a myriad of beliefs, we believe firmly that the way forward lies in tolerance. Everyone can keep his own conviction and we must receive respect for our freedom of speech as far as we respect the law, but it must be clear there’s no space in the music community for hatred and prejudice, including no place for racism, violence, sexism or homophobia.
We do not encourage nor minister to HATE but rather uphold a philosophy of LOVE, RESPECT and UNDERSTANDING towards all human beings as the cornerstone of reggae music.
This Compassionate Act is hereby calling on a return to the following principles as the guiding vision for the future of a healthy Reggae music community:
• Positive Vibrations
• Consciousness raising
• Social and Civic Engagement
• Democracy and Freedom
• Peace and Non-Violence
• Mother Nature
• Equal Rights and Justice
• One Love
• Individual Rights
• Humanity
• Tolerance and Understanding
We, as artists, are committed to a holistic and healthy existence in the world, and to respect to the utmost the human and natural world. We pledge that our music will continue to contribute positively to the world dialogue on peace, respect and justice for all.
To this end, we agree to not make statements or perform songs that incite hatred or violence against anyone from any community.
ONE LOVE
Signed: Beenie Man, Capleton, Sizzla & Buju Banton
