Jamaican dancehall legend Bounty Killer, whose actual title is Rodney Value, on Aug. 28, copped the Lifetime Achievement Award in the course of the 3rd Annual Caribbean Music Awards (CMA) at Kings Theatre on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn.
“This implies quite a bit to me,” Bounty Killer advised the sell-out viewers after receiving the award. “I simply need to say because of the Caribbean Music Awards for honoring me. There are much more on the market working tougher than me.
“I simply need to say certainly one of my largest donors is a 9-year-old; she’s now 13 years previous,” he added. “She despatched 9 barrels of garments. She’s a Jamaican-Canadian.
In introducing Bounty Killer, the presenter mentioned Bounty Killder “didn’t simply led the best way; he led different individuals. The largest, the hardest, the Icon – make some noise to the legendary Bounty Killer the gang obliged roaringly).
The voice over mentioned: “This man breaks down limitations. He grew to become the individuals’s common.”
The Caribbean Elite Group (CEG), organizer of the occasion, mentioned Bounty Killer acquired the Lifetime Achievement Award for his “important influence on the business through the years.”
CEG additionally mentioned Busta Rhymes was awarded the Elite Icon honor, “additional solidifying his legendary standing.”
“This prestigious award acknowledges his important affect on the music business and celebrates his exceptional capability to mix his Caribbean heritage with mainstream hip-hop,” CEG mentioned.
“Busta Rhymes isn’t just an artist; he’s a groundbreaking determine who breaks down limitations and evokes numerous others,” it added. “As a multi-platinum recording artist, electrifying performer, and visionary chief, his receipt of this accolade just isn’t solely well-deserved but additionally a testomony to the lasting influence he has made on the earth of music.”
Busta Rhymes, whose actual title is Trevor George Smith, Jr., was born on Might 20, 1972 within the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, to Geraldine Inexperienced and Trevor Smith Sr., who each had been immigrants from Jamaica.
Busta Rhymes has acquired 12 GRAMMY Award nominations, making him one of many most-nominated artists with out a win.
CEG mentioned multiculturalism, which celebrates the wealthy tapestry of Caribbean cultures by music and expression, continues to be a focus at CMA.
The occasion was hosted as soon as once more by the King of Caribbean Comedy, Jamaican Majah Hype/
“I’m past thrilled to be internet hosting the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards for an additional 12 months,” Majah Hype mentioned.
“Tonight, we’re reworking the stage right into a Caribbean competition,” he added. “Yr three of the Caribbean Music Awards – if anybody thought this was a one-hit award, you’re improper. We have now to remain.
“There’s lots of Caribbean expertise within the constructing,” Majah Hype continued.
Apart from Bounty Killer and Busta Rhymes, the complete checklist of winners at CMA 2025 are: Iconic Honors: Austin “Tremendous Blue” Lyons; Producer Honors: Kerwin Du Bois; Humanitarian Award: Sizzla Youth Basis; Gospel Excellence: Shirleyann Cyril-Mayers; Legacy Honors: Carimi (Haitian band); Reggae Collaboration of the Yr: Bugle ft. Buju Banton & Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley (“Thank You Lord”); Bouyon Artist of the Yr: The Bouyon Boys; and Bouyon Collaborator of the Yr: Girl Lava.
Different awardees are: Feminine Artists of the Yr — Dancehall Artist of the Yr – Feminine: Shenseea; Reggae Artist of the Yr – Feminine: Lila Iké; Soca Artist of the Yr – Feminine: Patrice Roberts; Male Artists of the Yr – Dancehall Artist of the Yr – Male: Valiant; Reggae Artist of the Yr – Male: Romain Virgo; and Soca Artist of the Yr – Male: Skinny Fabulous.
“Wow!” mentioned Patrice Roberts in receiving her award. “I need to say thanks to all my supporters. This award isn’t just for me however for everyone.”
The award ceremony will premiere on BET on Friday, Sept.12, 2025, 8 p.m.ET/PT
