Born for Greatness (album) explained

Born for Greatness
Type:	studio
Artist:	Buju Banton
Cover:	Buju Banton - Born for Greatness.png
Genre:	Reggae dancehall
Length:	56:00
Label:	Gargamel Music Roc Nation Def Jam
Prev Title:	Upside Down 2020
Prev Year:	2020

Born for Greatness is the twelfth studio album by reggae and dancehall artist Buju Banton, released on September 8, 2023, through Gargamel Music and Roc Nation. It includes features from Victoria Monét, Stephen Marley and Snoop Dogg.^[1]

Background

Banton called the album "an ode to those who acknowledge the struggles and challenges that surmount. And others who will, your eyes are not deceiving you nor are your ears, you were born for greatness. I embrace you with love melodies and music."^[2]

Critical reception

Edwin Houghton of Pitchfork wrote that while Born for Greatness "doesn't match the magic of his legacy", when Banton is "not exploring grandiose thematic statements, he sounds as confident and impressive as ever". Vibes Preezy Brown called "Nuff Love for You" and "We Find a Way" "solo standouts" and the album "a varied and enticing return".^[3]

Notes and References

1. Buju Banton Announces New Album Born For Greatness. The Source. Grant. Shawn. July 14, 2023. September 19, 2023.
2. Web site: Buju Banton Proves He's Born for Greatness With New Album. Hypebeast. Caraan. Sophie. September 8, 2023. September 19, 2023.
3. Buju Banton, Cardi B, Cam'ron, And More New Hip-Hop Releases To Put In Rotation. Vibe. Brown. Preezy. September 9, 2023. September 19, 2023.