Burna Boy’s Net Worth: How Much the African Giant Really Makes

Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, a.k.a. Burna Boy, is a prime example of talent meeting hard work. For the past 15 years, he has built a successful music career, released back-to-back hits and worked hard to build a strong identity that earned him the title African Giant.

If you live in Nigeria, you already know our curiosity about celebrity money is practically a national hobby. And when it comes to Burna Boy, Mr Stadium-Selling, Grammy-Holding, Chart-Breaking African Giant, the gist only gets sweeter.

Every time he shuts down another city abroad or drops a video of him stepping out of a luxury car or a picture of him in a jet, questions keep popping up: How rich is Burna Boy? What is Burna Boy’s net worth? Does he have a private jet?

Here is the most comprehensive detail of Burna Boy’s net worth in 2025.

Profile Summary

Full Name: Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu
Date of Birth / Age: 2 July 1991 (34 years old as of 2025)
Birthplace: Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Nationality: Nigerian
State of Origin: Rivers State, Nigeria
Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
Religion: Christianity
Parents: Samuel Ogulu (father), Bose Ogulu (mother)
Marital Status: Unmarried
Years Active in Music: 2010–present
Net Worth: US$45–50 million (est.)
Annual Earnings: $20 million USD (est.)
Instagram: @burnaboygram
Thread: @burnaboygram
Facebook: Burna Boy
X (formerly Twitter): @burnaboy
TikTok: @burnaboyofficial
YouTube: @Burnaboy

Burna Boy’s Early Life and Education

Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu was born on 2 July 1991 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. He is the only son among three children, growing up in a creatively rich household. His father, Samuel Ogulu, ran a welding business, while his mother, Bose Ogulu, worked as a translator and later became his manager.

From a young age, Burna Boy showed an affinity for music. At just ten years old, he began experimenting with beat-making software (FL Studio) on his computer, igniting the spark for his future musical journey.

For his primary education, Burna Boy attended Montessori International School in Port Harcourt. He then moved to Corona Secondary School in Agbara, Ogun State, for his secondary studies.

After high school, Burna Boy relocated to the United Kingdom to further his education.

He studied Media Technology at the University of Sussex for a year (2008–2009), then switched to Media Communications and Culture at Oxford Brookes University (2009–2010). However, he eventually dropped out in 2010 to return to Nigeria and focus on his passion for music.

On his return, he interned at Rhythm 93.7 FM in Port Harcourt for a year, sharpening his understanding of radio and production before launching his professional career.
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Burna Boy’s Music Career

Burna Boy’s Records, Awards & Achievements

Burna Boy stormed the Nigerian music scene with a collection of songs that felt fresh, vibrant, and deeply relatable. Tracks like “Like to Party” captured youthful energy and set the tone for Burna’s Afro-fusion style.

Over the years, Burna Boy has delivered hit after hit:

“Ye” – the anthem that cemented his global breakthrough.
“On The Low” – a smooth, melodic crowd favourite.
“Anybody” and “Last Last” – tracks that dominated charts and streaming platforms worldwide.
“City Boys” showcases his signature fusion of African rhythms with contemporary sounds.

Major Awards & Recognitions

Grammy Award: Best Global Music Album for Twice as Tall (2021).
Multiple Grammy nominations for African Giant and Love, Damini.
BET Awards: Best International Act (won four times, a record).
Headies: Multiple wins, including Album of the Year and Best Pop Album.

Global Deals & Records

Signed global partnerships with Atlantic Records and other international labels.
Founded his own label, Spaceship Records, nurturing talents like BNXN (Buju) and Nissi.
First Nigerian artist to top the official UK Albums Chart with I Told Them.
Performed at the main Grammy Awards ceremony, a historic first for a Nigerian artist.

Burna Boy’s Net Worth in 2025: What We Know for Sure

Burna Boy’s Career Earnings

Add in endorsement deals, his share as a co‑owner of Spaceship Entertainment, and his real estate investments, and you start to see why multiple analyses peg his net worth somewhere between US$30 million and US$40 million.