Age, Biography and Wiki
Protoje (Oje Ken Ollivierre) was born on 14 June, 1981 in St. Elizabeth Parish, Jamaica, is a Jamaican musician. Discover Protoje's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 42 years old?
| Popular As |
Oje Ken Ollivierre |
| Occupation |
Musician, songwriter, deejay |
| Age |
42 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Gemini |
| Born |
14 June 1981 |
| Birthday |
14 June |
| Birthplace |
St. Elizabeth Parish, Jamaica |
| Nationality |
Jamaica
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He is a member of famous Musician with the age 42 years old group.
Protoje Height, Weight & Measurements
At 42 years old, Protoje height not available right now. We will update Protoje's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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| Height |
Not Available |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Not Available |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Protoje Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Protoje worth at the age of 42 years old? Protoje’s income source is mostly from being a successful Musician. He is from Jamaica. We have estimated Protoje's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Musician |
Protoje Social Network
Timeline
His mother is Jamaican singer Lorna Bennett, best known for her 1972 rendition of "Breakfast in Bed".
His father is a former calypso singer Mike Ollivierre from the island nation of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
He was born in Saint Elizabeth, Jamaica.
Oje Ken Ollivierre (born 14 June 1981), popularly known as Protoje, is a contemporary reggae singer and songwriter from Jamaica.
Protoje first gained notice for his 2005 mixtape Lyrical Overdose Volume 1, featuring mostly hip hop-influenced songs.
With a guest appearance by Busy Signal, however, his future career was leveled as a reggae and dancehall artist.
The first single off the album, dubbed "Arguments" (2009), was responsible for his early popularity in Jamaica.
In 2010, Protoje began working with Don Corleon Records, run by his cousin and popular Jamaican producer Don Corleon.
After releasing "Dread", "JA" and "Roll" in 2010, Protoje's debut album, entitled The Seven Year Itch, was released on 25 January 2011.
In 2011, he released another single off the album entitled "Rasta Love" featuring Ky-Mani Marley.
"Who Dem a Program" was the first single released from the album in January 2012, with "This Is Not a Marijuana Song" following mid-year.
"Kingston Be Wise" was heavily promoted via traditional and social media.
On the day of its release, 5 November 2012, the music video became the most viewed YouTube link among internet users in Jamaica.
The hashtag #KBW was used on Twitter.
The song "Kingston Be Wise" (a remake of Ini Kamoze's song "England be nice") was featured in the video game Grand Theft Auto V on the in-game "Blue Ark" radio station, increasing its popularity further and making an international name for the reggae artist.
Protoje cited reggae artist Ini Kamoze and group Black Uhuru as influences when recording the album.
His second album, The 8 Year Affair, was released 12 February 2013.
In December 2014 Protoje was included on BBC Radio 1Xtra's 'Hot for 2015' list.
His third album Ancient Future was initially set for release in September 2014, but was put back until March 2015.
Produced by Phillip "Winta" James, the album includes the song "Who Knows", a collaboration with Chronixx, which was released as a single.
Two tracks from the album, "Answer to Your Name" and "Criminal" were released ahead of the album as exclusives on the England Be Wise mixtape for BBC 1xtra DJ Toddla T.
Two weeks after its release it topped the Billboard Top Reggae Albums chart.
"Who Knows" was certified Silver by BPI in 2022.
On 14 June 2016, Protoje released Side B of his fourth studio album, Royalty Free, as a free download to the public on his website.
His 2018 album, A Matter of Time, received a Grammy Award nomination in the Best Reggae Album category.
On 27 March 2020, Protoje joined Chronixx on a remix of Alicia Keys' song Underdog.
On 13 April 2020, Protoje announced a new label deal with RCA Records.
The deal allowed him "a certain level of creative control" and included artists Lila Iké and Sevana who he had been mentoring under his own In.Digg.Nation label.
On 28 August 2020, Protoje released his fifth studio album In Search Of Lost Time, which peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.
On 23 September 2022, Protoje released his sixth studio album Third Time's The Charm, which peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart and has secured him a Grammy Nomination.
