Wayne Wonder
- January 5, 2024
- Reggae Singer
Quick Facts
Full Name | Wayne Wonder |
Occupation | Reggae Singer |
Date Of Birth | Jul 26, 1972(1972-07-26) |
Age | 52 |
Birthplace | Buff Bay |
Country | Jamaica |
Birth City | Portland Parish |
Horoscope | Cancer |
Wayne Wonder Biography
Name | Wayne Wonder |
Birthday | Jul 26 |
Birth Year | 1972 |
Place Of Birth | Buff Bay |
Home Town | Portland Parish |
Birth Country | Jamaica |
Birth Sign | Cancer |
Wayne Wonder is one of the most popular and richest Reggae Singer who was born on July 26, 1972 in Buff Bay, Portland Parish, Jamaica. Jamaican reggae artist famous for hits like Bounce Along and No Letting Go. He started his own label named Singso in the year 2000.
He worked together with He collaborated with Shaggy on the song Something Different/The Train is Coming. on the track The Train is Coming/Something Different. Train is coming.
He auditioned at Sonic Sounds studio, but while Sly Dunbar was impressed, his touring commitments with Black Uhuru prevented him from signing Wonder. He had more success, however, with King Tubby, who produced his first single, “Long and Lasting Love”, in 1985, with two more following. Wonder’s career suffered a setback when Tubby was killed in 1988, and he recorded for several other record producers at Sonic Sound, enjoying a further hit with the Lloyd Dennis- produced “It’s Over Now”, leading to the release of his first album, No More Chance, although his success in this era was limited.
His fortunes improved when he began working with Dave Kelly, a friend from primary school, who had become resident sound engineer at Penthouse Studios. The partnership enjoyed a string of hits, starting with “Saddest Day”, and they also worked on Wonder’s second album, Part 2. His 1990 live performance of Alphaville’s “Forever Young” was recorded and later released to Alphaville fans in a limited, cassette-only album entitled History. He toured the UK in 1992 along with other Penthouse stars Marcia Griffiths, Tony Rebel, and Buju Banton. He also recorded “Bonafide Love (Movie Star)” with Buju Banton, and wrote several early hits for him, including the controversial “Boom Bye Bye”. He toured again with Banton in 1994 as part of the Penthouse Showcase. Wonder formed the band Alias along with Kelly, Baby Cham, Frisco Kid, and Frankie Sly, and later Entourage.
The father of his daughter is called Tiana.
Wayne Wonder Net Worth
Net Worth | $1 Million |
Source Of Income | Reggae Singer |
House | Living in own house. |
Wayne Wonder is one of the richest Reggae Singer from Jamaica. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Wayne Wonder 's net worth $1 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He sang at Sunday school and started writing his own lyrics at thirteen.
His No Letting Go single reached the top spot in charts in the US charts.
Von Wayne Charles (born 26 July 1972), better known by his stage name Wayne Wonder, is a Jamaican reggae fusion (specifically reggae/R&B) artist. While his early recordings were dancehall and reggae, he later moved towards hip hop and rap. His most popular single is the 2003 hit “No Letting Go”.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
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Who is Wayne Wonder Dating?
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His album May Way was released in December 2012. Sweet Songs is due to be released in 2014.
Facts & Trivia
Wayne Ranked on the list of most popular Reggae Singer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Jamaica. Wayne Wonder celebrates birthday on July 26 of every year.
Where is Wayne Wonder now?
Currently based in Florida , Wayne Wonder, the father of two, speaks glowingly of family life. 5 Questions With … recently caught up with Wayne for a quick chat. With the Grammy awards just around the corner, how do you feel about this year’s reggae nominations? It’s a real reggae category.
What nationality is Wayne Wonder?
Jamaican
How old is the singer Wayne Wonder?
49 years (July 26, 1972)
Where was Wayne Wonder born?
Buff Bay, Jamaica
How old is Wayne Marshall?
42 years (April 9, 1980)