Sean Paul

Sean Paul Ryan Francis Henriques, or Sean Paul, was born on January 9, 1973, in Kingston, Jamaica. He is a rapper, singer, and songwriter with over seven studio albums under his belt. He is renowned for his reggaeton style and has given numerous hits during his career. Paul is one of the most popular artists in his genre, and with hits such as ‘Baby Boy’ and ‘Temperature,’ we can see why! Although coming from a family of award-winning swimmers, he has charted a different path and is now an inspiration for all aspiring rappers.

Fast Facts

Full Name:

Sean Paul Ryan Francis Henriques

Nickname:

Dutty Paul

Birth date:

January 9, 1973

Age:

51

Zodiac Sign:

Capricorn

Height:

5' 8"

Relationship Status:

Married

Net Worth:

$25 million

Sean's Social Media:

Background

Sean Paul, the celebrated rapper and singer, comes from a humble background. His father, Garth Henriques, a swimmer and water polo player, came from an Afro-Jamaican background with roots in the Jewish community of Portugal. Paul’s mother, Frances, is a painter and has English, Chinese, and Jamaican ethnicity. Paul grew up in a multicultural environment. During his school years, he too was a swimmer, following generations of swimmers in his family, such as his father and grandfather. He attended Wolmer’s Boys’ School, followed by the College of Arts, Science, and Technology. At 21, he quit swimming to pursue a professional music career. After being spotted at an open mic night in Kingston, he recorded his first album, “Stage One,” which was released in 2000.

In 2002, he released his second album, “Dutty Rock,” which received worldwide success and sold over six million copies. It also won the ‘Best Reggae Album of the Year’ award at the 46th Annual Grammy Awards in 2004. Paul’s third album, “The Trinity,” was released in 2005 and included his smash hit, ‘Temperature.’ From 2009 to 2012, he released two more albums, “Imperial Blaze” and “Tomahawk Technique.” He married his long-time girlfriend, Jodi Stewart, a Jamaican T.V. host, in the same year.

Paul released two more albums in 2014 and 2021, titled “Full Frequency” and “Live N Livin,” respectively. In these two projects, he worked with artists such as Damian Marley, Iggy Azalea, Nicki Minaj, 2 Chainz, and Juicy J. In 2022, he released his eighth album, “Scorcha.” Paul has received numerous awards and accolades for his music. He has a son named Levi Blaze, who was born in 2017, and a daughter named Remi Leigh Henriques, born in 2019.

Career timeline

2000
His First Album

Paul releases his first album, “Stage One,” with VP Records.

2004
He Wins a Grammy

He wins a Grammy Award for ‘Best Reggae Album of the Year’ for his album, “Dutty Rock.”

2005
His Number One Track

The number, ‘Temperature,’ from his third studio album, becomes a smash hit.

2022
His Eighth Album

Paul releases his eighth album, “Scorcha,” in May with Island Records.

Why We Love Sean Paul

  1. He is charitable

    Paul, along with other artists such as Shaggy, performed in a show to raise funds for the Bustamante Hospital for Children. It was their contribution towards helping the hospital acquire new equipment and technology.

  2. He is humble

    Not born with a silver spoon in his mouth, he struggled to win. Before his music career took off, he worked in restaurants, banks, and even as a road manager and security guard. He performed at local nightclubs and played open mic nights, and eventually, his talents paid off. He is a self-made man who is charitable and humble.

  3. He cares about the planet

    Paul has stated that he is “going more green” and has also participated in the song ‘Love Song to the Earth’ alongside other celebrities to bring awareness to climate change as well as raise funds. He is trying to make people aware of climate change through his music, which is commendable.

5 Surprising Facts

  1. He adores Priyanka Chopra

    Paul is a huge fan of Chopra, an actress and former Miss World.

  2. He starred in a movie

    Paul starred in the movie “Belly,” a crime drama, in which he played himself.

  3. He played water polo

    He was part of the national water polo team in Jamaica.

  4. He appeared in a video game

    Paul features as a member of Snoop Dogg's crew in "Def Jam: Fight for NY."

  5. He is honored by the government

    Paul has received the Order of Distinction, Commander class, from the Jamaican government for his contribution to reggae music.

Sean Paul FAQs

What language does Sean Paul speak?

He speaks English and Patois, which is a Jamaican indigenous language.

Is Sean Paul Indian?

He is from Jamaica and is of Afro-Caribbean, English, and Chinese descent.

How long have Sean Paul and Jodi Stewart been together?

They have been together for over 18 years.

Sean Paul’s birthday dates

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