Joe Budden

Date of Birth: August 31, 1980

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Joe Budden, born Joseph Anthony Budden II, is an American retired rapper, broadcaster, and media personality. He was born on August 31, 1980, in Harlem, New York City, and grew up in Jersey City, New Jersey. Budden gained major recognition through his solo work and as a member of the hip hop group Slaughterhouse. His most well-known single, “Pump It Up,” released in 2003, brought him mainstream success and earned him a Grammy nomination. After retiring from rap, Budden transitioned into media, becoming a prominent voice in hip hop commentary through his podcast, “The Joe Budden Podcast,” and his work on “Everyday Struggle,” a daily show on Complex.

5 Interesting Facts about Joe Budden

1. Joe Budden struggled with substance abuse early in his career but has been open about his journey to sobriety.

2. His podcast, “The Joe Budden Podcast,” is regarded as one of the most influential in hip hop culture.

3. He was a member of the hip hop supergroup Slaughterhouse, alongside Royce da 5’9″, Joell Ortiz, and Kxng Crooked.

4. Budden’s departure from Complex’s “Everyday Struggle” in 2017 was widely covered and led to significant discussions about artists’ rights and media treatment.

5. He has been involved in several high-profile feuds with other artists, including Drake and Migos.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Joe Budden

1. “I don’t want to be a product of my environment. I want my environment to be a product of me.”

2. “The more successful you become, the more haters you acquire.”

3. “I think the best thing you can do is be authentic.”

4. “People want you to be perfect, but I’m not perfect. I’m human.”

5. “You can take everything from me, but you can’t take my passion.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth Joe Budden achieved is estimated to be around $6 million.

Children

Joe Budden has two children: a son named Trey Budden, born in 2001, and another son named Lexington Budden, born in 2017 with his ex-girlfriend, Cyn Santana.