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Shabba Ranks has an estimated net worth of around $1 Million
Shabba Ranks Wiki Biography
Shabba Ranks, whose real name is Rexton Rawiston Fernando, was born on 17 January 1966 in Jamaica. He gained fame for his dance-hall music during the 1980s and 1990s and was the first Jamaican reggae musician to win a Grammy Award.
As of early-2016, Shabba Ranks has amassed a net worth of over $1 million through his successful music and DJ careers. His international fame in the 1980s, with hits like ‘Ting A Ling,’ ‘Wicked inna Bed,’ and ‘Mr Loverman,’ contributed significantly to his wealth. Additionally, a profitable record deal with Epic, a producing company, resulted in the production of five successful albums.
Shabba Ranks Net Worth $1 Million
Born in Sturgetwon, Jamaica, Shabba Ranks moved to Trenchtown, a Kingston ghetto, at a young age. His fascination with DJs in local clubs led him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. Working with a sound system known as Roots Melody, he released his first single, ‘Heat Under Sufferer’s Feet,’ under the name Co-Pilot before changing it to Shabba Ranks. His big break came when he released the hit single ‘Needle Eye Punany’ in 1988, which propelled him to worldwide recognition. Collaborations with top artists and a move to Bobby Digital’s new studio further boosted his success and net worth.
Shabba Ranks experienced significant success in his music career, winning the Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album in 1991-1992 and several other international Reggae Awards and Caribbean Music Awards. However, he faced controversy in 1992 after making controversial statements on a television show, resulting in condemnation from various quarters.
On a personal note, Shabba Ranks married Mitchell Gordon in 1992, and they currently reside in New York City with their two children. He also purchased a house for his mother in Kingston, Jamaica in 1993.
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| Full Name | Shabba Ranks |
| Net Worth | $1 Million |
| Date Of Birth | 17 January 1966 |
| Place Of Birth | Sturgetwon, Jamaica |
| Profession | Reporter |
| Nationality | Jamaica |
| Spouse | Michelle Gordon |
| Children | Jahwon Ranks, Rexton Jr Ranks, Mr. Lover Man, Ting-A-Ling, Housecall |
| Parents | Mama Christie |
| Nicknames | Ranks, Shabba , Snabba Ranks , Shaba Ranks , Rexton Rawlston Fernando Gordon , Rexton Gordon |
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| Awards | Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album |
| Movies | Shabba at Showdown, The Return of Shabba Ranks |
| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | Was the first dance hall reggae artist to win the Grammy award for Best Reggae Album. |
Soundtrack
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Hit Wonderland | 2013 | TV Series performer – 1 episode | |
| Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging | 2008 | performer: “Mr Loverman” / writer: “Mr Loverman” | |
| Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas | 2004 | Video Game performer: “Wicked Inna Bed” | |
| Ali G Indahouse | 2002 | as Gordon, “FRESH FROM YARD” | |
| One Fine Day | 1996 | performer: “Woman Tangle” / writer: “Woman Tangle” | |
| Class Act | 1992 | performer: “Housecall” / writer: “Housecall” – as Rexton Gordon | |
| Deep Cover | 1992 | as R. Gordon, “Mr. Lover Man” / performer: “Mr. Lover Man” | |
| Marked for Death | 1990 | performer: “Roots and Culture” / writer: “Roots and Culture” – as Rexton Gordon |
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reggae Heroes, Volume 2 | 2007 | Video | Himself |
| Soul Train | 1995 | TV Series documentary | Himself |
| Children of Africa | 1993 | TV Special | Himself |
| The Word | 1990-1992 | TV Series | Himself |
| Later with Jools Holland | 1992 | TV Series | Himself |
| Ebony/Jet Showcase | 1992 | TV Series | Himself |
| In Living Color | 1992 | TV Series | Himself – Musical Guest |
Archive Footage
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Andre’s 90 Party Hits of the 90s | 2014 | TV Movie | Himself |
