Fat Joe Reveals Why Buju Changed His Stage Name

In a podcast interview, American rapper Fat Joe disclosed that Nigerian artist Buju, who was previously known by the same name, changed his stage name to BNXN due to pressure from Jamaican dancehall legend Buju Banton. Fat Joe explained that Buju Banton regarded the name as special, given to him by his mother, and felt that it was disrespectful for another artist to use it.

He emphasized that the name Buju was not merely a nickname but held significant personal value, as it honored his mother. The discussion highlighted the respect for cultural heritage and the implications of name usage in the music industry.

Buju, who began his music career under the name Buju, later changed it to BNXN due to alleged copyright issues, which Fat Joe mentioned during the interview.