Afrika Bambaataa
DJ

Afrika Bambaataa Net Worth

Afrika Bambaataa is an American DJ who was born in The Bronx in April 17, 1957. He is widely known as the Godfather and Amen Ra of Hip Hop culture, as well as the father of Electro Funk. He has a net worth of $5 million and is credited with pioneering the early development of hip hop and the New York breakdancing scene throughout the 1980s.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day April 17, 1957
Birth Place The Bronx, NY
Age 66 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Aries

💰 Net worth: $5 million (2024)

Afrika Bambaataa, a renowned DJ from New York, is expected to have a net worth of $5 million by the year 2024. Known as a pioneer of hip-hop and electronic music, Bambaataa has made significant contributions to the industry throughout his career. With his innovative DJing techniques and mesmerizing mixes, he has gained international recognition and has become a highly influential figure in the music scene. Alongside his artistic prowess, Bambaataa has also managed to capitalize on various business ventures and collaborations, contributing to his impressive net worth.

About

American DJ who was a pioneer in the early development of hip hop and the New York breakdancing scene throughout the 1980s. He was often labeled the Godfather and Amen Ra of Hip Hop culture as well as the father of Electro Funk. 

Before Fame

He was a member of a gang known as the Black Spades.

Trivia

In 2012, he was given a three-year appointment as a visiting scholar at Cornell University. 

Family Life

His mother was an activist with the Black Liberation Movement and her views informed a lot the content of his music.

Associated With

George Clinton appeared on his album Afrika Bambaataa and Family.

About the author

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