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Takun J (Jonathan Koffa) was born on 14 May, 1981 in Monrovia, Liberia, is a Liberian musician (born 1981). Discover Takun J'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 Jonathan Koffa
Occupation Rapper singer songwriter activist
Age 42 years old
Zodiac Sign Taurus
Born 14 May 1981
Birthday 14 May
Birthplace Monrovia, Liberia
Nationality Liberia

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1981

Jonathan Koffa (born May 14, 1981), who is known professionally as Takun J (often stylized as Takun-J), is a Liberian rapper, singer, songwriter and activist.

He is regarded as one of the pioneers of hipco, a politically charged music genre.

The Liberian Gender Ministry designated him as one of its anti-rape ambassadors.

Takun J's music addresses socio-political issues in Liberia.

He is best known for the singles "Who Make You Cry", "Police Man", "Gbagba is Corruption", and "Song for Hawa".

Takun J was born on May 14, 1981, in Monrovia, Liberia.

He grew up with his mother and three siblings.

His father relocated to the United States when he was four years old.

While growing up in the country's capital, he played soccer and participated in dancing and talent show competitions.

He became passionate about music and decided to pursue a professional career after graduating from high school.

When he was 17 years old, he joined a musical group called Magnetic.

2005

Takun J released his debut single, "We'll Spay You", in 2005.

His second single, titled "You Meaning Me", was released the following year.

Having lived through most of his country's 14-year civil conflict, he briefly relocated to refugee camps in Ghana and Ivory Coast with his family.

2007

Takun J's debut studio album, The Time, was released in 2007.

He returned to Liberia and released his debut studio album, The Time, in 2007.

The album's lead single, "Police Man", is a politically charged song that exposes corruption by officers of the Liberian National Police and includes a plea to then-President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf to repress corruption.

The song's release prompted two police arrests and a beating.

Takun J was not deterred by the incident and managed to perform on the day of his release from jail.

In an interview with the Liberian Listener, Takun J said he released "Police Man" in order to create awareness about police negligence.

Takun J performs at the annual two-day Hipco festival in Monrovia.

2012

His second studio album, My Way, was released in December 2012.

On July 27, 2012, he performed with Nasseman, David Mell, Nozi and Mr. Smith at the Lonestar Cell musical concert.

Takun J was one of the acts featured on the remix of Xpolay's critically acclaimed 2012 single "Pot Not Bolling", which was produced by Yor-EL Francis.

In the aforementioned interview with the Liberian Listener, Takun J said the song was well received because of its positive messages.

Takun J's second studio album My Way, which was released in December 2012, features high-BPM dance tracks, Liberian reggae music, and political rap songs.

The album was recorded at Studio 57 and Red Eyez studios; its production was handled by Stone Gray, AB Swaray, King Brian and Rawlo.

The album features guest contributions from Nasseman, Santos, Soul Smiter, Bentman tha Don, Scientific, Marvalous, and Ice Princess.

Takun J addresses his daily struggles on the record and said the songs on it are relatable.

2013

In February 2013, Takun J released the solemn track "Song for Hawa", which was produced by PCI-Media Impact and addresses violence against Liberian girls and women.

Takun J wrote the song after visiting a home sheltering victimized young girls.

He told Mae Azango it narrates the story of a girl named Hawa, who was raped by her uncle following the death of her mother.

The music video for "Song for Hawa" premiered at the UN Commission on the Status of Women.

Takun J has cited Tupac Shakur, Bob Marley and Akon as his key musical influences.

He is part of the Hipco Accountability Network, an organization that strengthens copyright laws and establishes minimum play laws in Liberia.

The network includes several musical personalities, including Nasseman, JD Donzo, Shining Man, and JB of Soul Fresh, among others.

On December 7, 2013, Takun J performed at the second annual Liberia Music Festival, held at Slipway Sports Pitch.

2014

Takun J is the recipient of several accolades, including Male Artist of the Year and Hipco Artist of the Year at the 2014 Liberia Music Awards.

In March 2014, the Daily Observer newspaper reported that Takun J signed a two-year endorsement deal with Lonestar Cell.

As part of the deal, he is expected to appear and perform on Lonestar Cell/MTN programs.