Soul Rebel

Buju Banton, known for dancehall classics like “Champion” and the conscious anti-violence anthem, “Murderer” celebrated the 10th Anniversary re-release of his landmark album, “Inna Heights” this week.

On the topic of carrying Bob Marley’s torch for today’s youth…
“I never try to size up my work to the work of the great Gong. However, if man can't do what other men have done, and survived, we'd stand no chance.”

On his timeless catalog of music…
“Songs like ‘”Destiny,”‘ ‘”Close One Yesterday,”‘ are much more personal rather than a time marker. They uplift my community and will always be.”

On the album’s release during Black History month…
“The black man has to stand up, for far too long we have been down. Stand up my people, and by any means necessary, be counted.”

“Inna Heights: 10th Anniversary Edition” is in stores now on VP Records.