David Banner is one of the famous Rapper, who was born on the memorable day of April 11 in the year 1974. Hailing from the vibrant city of Mississippi, David Banner is a proud citizen of United States.
Rapper, producer and actor who has won awards for his song Get Like Me, featuring Chris Brown. He released his first official mixtape, Sex, Drugs & Video Games, in 2012.
Over the years, not only have skills been honed, but a significant impact has also been made in the professional field. Whether it's through work, public appearances, or contributions to the community, David Banner continues to be an inspiration for many.
Personal Information
Details about David Banner
Popular As:
David Banner
First Name:
David
Last Name:
Banner
Gender:
Male
Birthday:
April 11
Birth Year:
1974
Age:
49-years
Education:
Provine High School; Southern University; University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Career
He attended Southern University and began work on a Master’s degree but decided to pursue music.
He received a Visionary Award by the National Black Caucus for his efforts in helping those devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
Family
His stagename is taken from the main character of The Incredible Hulk TV show. He was in the drama Black Snake Moan with Christina Ricci.
David Banner Timeline
1992
He graduated from Provine High School in Jackson in 1992 and then attended Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, his mother's alma mater.
1999
In 1999, Banner and rapper Kamikaze as the duo, Crooked Lettaz, released Grey Skies (Penalty Recordings).
2000
He started his music career as a member of the rap duo, Crooked Lettaz, before going solo in 2000 with the release titled Them Firewater Boyz, Vol. 1.
2003
In 2003, Banner signed to Universal Records, where he released four albums: Mississippi: The Album (2003), MTA2: Baptized in Dirty Water (2003), Certified (2005), and The Greatest Story Ever Told (2008).
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2005
In 2005, Banner released his third major label album, Certified.
2006
In 2006, Banner appeared on "Seein' Thangs", a song about Hurricane Katrina featured on DJ Shadow's album "The Outsider".
2007
Banner appeared on the Adult Swim pilot That Crook'd 'Sipp, which premiered on May 13, 2007.
2008
On July 15, 2008, Banner released his fourth major label album, The Greatest Story Ever Told.
2010
In 2010, he played Bosch in the film The Experiment and as Jay, a gang leader from the hood in Stomp the Yard: Homecoming.
2012
Banner released his debut mixtape titled Sex, Drugs and Video Games on May 22, 2012, as a free download.
2013
In 2013, David Banner appeared in the music video for the song Confessions by Lecrae.
2014
Banner plays Jay, a criminal who is interrogated, in the 2014 film Ride Along.