Who is Joe Budden? Joe Budden Biography and Wiki
Joe Budden is an American broadcaster, cultural critic, media personality, and former rapper. He gained fame as a rapper, renowned for his 2003 hit single “Pump It Up”. He was also a member of the hip hop supergroup Slaughterhouse.
Budden retired in 2018 and moved on as a broadcaster. He had a successful tenure as a co-host on Everyday Struggle for Complex. He is the current host of The Joe Budden Podcast. Budden regularly releases bi-weekly through Spotify and YouTube, and State of the Culture on Revolt. He has been described as “Howard Stern of Hip-Hop”.
Joe Budden Age and Birthday
Moving on to his age, Budden was born on August 31, 1980, in Harlem, New York, U.S. He is 39 years old. His sun sign is Virgo. His birth name is Joseph Anthony Budden II.
Joe Budden Education
When it comes to his academics, Budden attended Lincoln High School. He was a problematic youth and was sent to Laurinburg Institute, a boarding school in North Carolina. While he was there he started to train to be a rapper. Budden did not earn his diploma.
Joe Budden Height and Weighs
The famous broadcaster and media personality stand tall at a height of 6ft 0in (183 cm). He weighs 78 kgs or 171lbs.
Joe Budden Parents and Family
He is the son of Joseph Budden and Fay Southerland. When he was thirteen years old, Budden moved with his mother and older brother to Jersey City, New Jersey.
Joe Budden Father
His father was not part of his life during his childhood, a subject he would later address in his music.
Joe Budden Cyn Santana, Wife
Speaking of his love life, Budden had been in a relationship with urban model and video vixen Cyn Santana. The couple became engaged in December 2018 after dating for three years.
Budden popped the question through a live episode of The Joe Budden Podcast in New York. In the Spring of 2019, the duo ended the relationship due to cheating claims.
Joe Budden Kids
Budden is the proud father of two children. His oldest son, Tré Budden, was born on May 11, 2001, His second son, Lexington, was born on December 15, 2017, to Budden and Cyn Santana.
Joe Budden Son
Tré Budden was born when Budden was 20 years old. In 2010, Budden received a warrant issued by the Hudson County, New Jersey Sheriff’s Office for unpaid child support. Budden revealed to Twitter that he missed his son that he shares with his ex-girlfriend Cyn Santana. Later on September 3, 2019.
He posted a picture on Instagram of himself, his toddler Lexington Budden and his eldest son Trey Budden. They all posed for a family photo taken by the rapper’s cousin.
Joe Budden Girlfriends
He was previously engaged to Cyn Santana (2018 – 2019). Budden has been in relationships with Kaylin Garcia (2012 – 2013), Yaris Sanchez (2011 – 2012), Esther Baxter (2010 – 2011), Tahiry Jose (2005 – 2012), and Gloria Velez (2004 – 2005).
Joe Budden Body Measurements and Facts
- Full Name: Joseph Anthony Budden II
- Age/ How Old?: 39 years old
- Date of Birth: August 31, 1980
- Place of Birth: Harlem, New York, U.S.
- Education: Lincoln High School
- Birthday: August 31
- Nationality: American
- Father’s Name: Joseph Budden
- Mother’s Name: Fay Southerland
- Siblings: older brother
- Marital Status: Rumored new girl Shadée Monique
- Children/ Kids: Two children Tré Budden and Lexington
- Height/ How tall?: 6ft 0in (183 cm)
- Weight: 78 kgs or 171lbs
- Profession: rapper-turned-podcaster.
- Known For: Pump It Up
- Net worth: $6 million dollars
Joe Budden Podcast, The Joe Budden Podcast
The Joe Budden Podcast is a podcast released twice a week through both Spotify and YouTube. The podcast was formerly known as I’ll Name This Podcast Later. The show started in early 2015.
It is hosted by Budden, Jamil “Mal” Clay, Rory Farrell and Parks Vallely, it covers a number of topics ranging from music to sports, but primarily focuses on hip-hop and the events pertaining to it in the previous week.
Joe Budden Podcast Tour
In the summer of 2018, The Joe Budden Podcast started its first live tour, with performances throughout multiple venues across the U.S. The tour proceeded into 2019, with dates added monthly. The live shows feature Q&A’s, discussion, and occasional live episodes.
Joe Budden Rapper
In 2002, Budden landed a deal with Def Jam Recordings after fast becoming a mixtape fixture. He initially gained attention through the promotional single “Focus”. On May 8, 2003, Budden released “Pump It Up” as the front single for his upcoming album.
Later On June 10, 2003, Budden released his eponymous debut studio album, Joe Budden. It debuted at #8 on the US Billboard 200, selling 95,000 units in its first week.
Budden collaborated in a remix featuring Paul Cain and Fabolous. In late 2003, Budden featured on the R. Kelly produced the song, Clubbin by Marques Houston. The song peaked at #39 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and at #15 on the UK BPI charts.
Joe Budden Love And Hip Hop
Budden is a main cast member on Love & Hip Hop: New York since season nine. He appears as supporting cast members in seasons three and four.
Joe Budden And Tahiry
Budden’s two ex-girlfriends Tahiry and Cyn Santana both appear in Love and Hip Hop season 10. You can catch new episodes of ‘Love & Hip Hop New York’ Season 10, every Monday, at 8 pm only on VH1.
Joe Budden New Girl
In September 2019, Budden apparently went on vacation with a gorgeously thick mystery woman, who appears to be his new girlfriend. Budden’s new girl is rumored to be Shadée Monique. She shared photos of herself on vacation with the rapper-turned-podcaster. Although, Joe didn’t make a cameo in her pics and the relationship is not confirmed. We are keeping tabs and we will update this section in case anything comes up.
Joe Budden Net Worth
His career started in 1999 and continues to date. Budden has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars. He acquired his wealth from his successful career as a broadcaster, cultural critic, media personality, and former rapper.
Joe Budden House
Budden and his ex-fiance Cyn Santana owned a gargantuan mansion. It is 11,000 square feet huge. The house includes 10 bedrooms, an elevator, a gym, a pool, a pool house, and a library. The NJ home is valued at $3.3 Million.
Joe Budden Tattoos
Budden has a number of tattoos all over his body, most notable ones on his neck, arms, and chest.
Joe Budden Pump It Up
“Pump It Up” is a song by Budden. It was released on May 8, 2003, as the lead single from his self-titled debut. It was featured in 2 Fast 2 Furious, You Got Served, as well as the trailer for the comedy Meet the Blacks.
The song was also featured on Madden NFL 2004 and peaked at number thirty-eight on the Billboard Hot 100 and number thirteen in the United Kingdom.
Joe Budden Legal issues
Previously, Budden has had brushes with the law. On March 30, 2012, Budden spent a night in jail and missed a Slaughterhouse concert in his home town over a $75 parking ticket.
Later In 2014, Budden was shortly wanted by the New York Police Department after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend and stealing her cell phone. He later turned himself in and appeared in Manhattan Criminal Court on charges of assault, grand larceny, and robbery. A judge later dismissed all charges against Budden.
Joe Budden Drug Abuse
Budden has admitted to having an addiction to MDMA. He has been off the drug and has publicly spoken out against its use. On July 3, 1997, Budden voluntarily went into rehab in exchange for him to be allowed to attend his senior prom.
Joe Budden Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj and Joe Budden aired their grievances on episode 15 of Apple Music’s Queen Radio. Budden’s transgressions, according to Nicki, were numerous. They included Joe’s claims that Minaj lied about the origins of “Motorsport” and Megan Thee Stallion’s “Hot Girl Summer,” his allegations that the Queen rapper had a drug problem on his podcast.
Minaj deemed was his latent bias against women rappers. Minaj yelled and excelled, Budden deflected and stormed away, while his co-hosts Rory and Mal nervously chuckled.
Joe Budden Drake
On July 2, 2016, Budden released a diss track, “Making A Murderer Part I”, primarily aimed at Canadian rapper Drake. Although in April 2020, Drake ended his ‘feud’ with broadcaster with Budden. The two cleared the air on an Instagram live. The former foes kept it light, with Drake promising Budden an interview when the Album is over.
Joe Budden Podcast Merch
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Joe Budden Albums
- All Love Lost – 2015
- Rage & The Machine – 2016
- Mood Muzik 2: Can It Get Any Worse? – 2006
- Joe Budden – 2003
- No Love Lost – 2013
- Padded Room – 2009
- A Loose Quarter – 2012
- Halfway House – 2008
- Mood Muzik 4: A Turn 4 the Worst – 2010
- Escape Route – 2009
- Library of a Rockstar: Chapter 8 – Melo & Lebron – 2019
- Mood Muzik 3: The Album – 2008
- The Album Before The Album – 2007
- Mood Muzik 3.5 – 2007
- The Growth
- Can’t Stop the Pipeline – 2014
- Johnson Family Vacation – 2004
- The Album B4 the Album – 2007
- Mood Muzik 3.75 – 2008
- Trump Life – 2009
- Timing of the Godfather – 2014
- Ice City: Welcome to the Hood – 2004
- Mood Muzik Vol. 1 – 2015
- Coast 2 Coast: 142 (Mixed By dj efx) – 2011
- Papa est back – 2010
- Supreme Era Volume 2 – 2011
- Panamera Lifestyle – 2012
- Some Love Lost – 2014, EP
- Mood Muzik 3: For Better or for Worse – 2007
- Mood Muzik: The Worst of Joe Budden – 2003
- Shady XV – 2014
- Ordinary Love Shit (Closure) – 2011
- Def Jamaica – 2003
- Cut Killer Show, Vol. 3 – 2010
- Def Jam 25, Vol. 10 – Feature Presentation (Explicit Version) – 2009
- The Official Mix Tape for the Streets, Vol. 3 – 2013
- The Source Magazine (Fr) Mixtapes, Vol. 3 – 2015
- Def Jam 25, Vol. 24 – Beef (Explicit Version) – 2009
- Def Jam 25, Vol. 8: Girls Just Wanna (Explicit Version) – 2009
- Mood Muzik Vol. 3 (We Got the Remix) – 2015
- The Source Magazine (Fr) Mixtapes, Vol. 10 – 2015
Frequently Asked Questions About Joe Budden
Who is Joe Budden?
Budden is an American broadcaster, cultural critic, media personality, and former rapper. He gained fame as a rapper, renowned for his 2003 hit single “Pump It Up”.
How old is Joe Budden?
He was born on August 31, 1980, in Harlem, New York, U.S. He is 39 years old.
How tall is Joe Budden?
Budden stands tall at a height of 6ft 0in (183 cm). He weighs 78 kgs or 171lbs.
Is Joe Budden married?
Budden had been in a relationship with the urban model and video vixen Cyn Santana. The couple became engaged in December 2018 after dating for three years.
Budden popped the question through a live episode of The Joe Budden Podcast in New York. In the Spring of 2019, the duo ended the relationship due to cheating claims.
How much is Joe Budden worth?
Budden has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars. He acquired his wealth from his successful career as a broadcaster, cultural critic, media personality, and former rapper.
How much does Joe Budden make?
According to the PayScale, the average salary of a musician and singer is around $40,112 with a median bonus of $1,024. Although Budden has not shared with the media the actual figure of his salary.
Where does Joe Budden live?
He is a resident of New Jersey, USA, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.
Is Joe Budden dead or alive?
Budden is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
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