Ghanaian reggae/dancehall artist Mustapha Rahman, known in showbiz as Rudebwoy Ranking is reported dead. Here’s what we know about what he died off.
On April 23, 2023, Ghanaians were hit with the sad of the death of one of its rising stars, Rudebwoy Ranking. He is known for the songs ‘Jah Over Dem’, ‘No Drama’, and ‘Yaro’, just to mention a few.
Rudebwoy Ranking has been climbing the ranks in the world of Ghana’s Dancehall musicians fast. Born on 18th March 1991, he was already termed a king in the dancehall genre and it has not been too long since he joined the scene.
In the wake of his death, Ghanaians are asking what really happened to him. So, what did Rudebwoy Ranking die off? Here’s everything we know.
Profile Summary
| Celebrated Name: | Rudebwoy Ranking |
| Net Worth: | $10,000 to $50,000 |
| Profession: | Dancehall Musician |
| Popular Songs: | Jah Over Dem, No Drama, and Yaro |
| Full Real Name: | Mustapha Rahman |
| Date of birth: | 18th March 1991 |
| Age: | 32 years old (before his death) |
| Death date: | April 24, 2023 |
| Record Label: | Bullhaus Entertainment |
What was Rudebwoy Ranking’s cause of death?
Ghanaian dancehall/reggae artiste, Rudebwoy Ranking, has been reported to have died on April 24, 2023. He was 32 years old before he died and recently celebrated his last birthday on earth on 18th March.
Born Mustapha Rahman, Rudebwoy Ranking was under Bullhaus Entertainment headed by Lawrence Asiamah Hanson best known by his moniker Bullgod, formerly Bulldog.
Per MyJoyOnline, the dancehall artist didn’t die a peaceful death as it reports he was rushed to the hospital where he became breathless and died.
the musician passed away in the early hours of Monday, April 24, 2023, at the Ridge Hospital in Accra where he had been taken to, for treatment.
says Joy Entertainment sources.
Who was Rudebwoy Ranking?
Rudebwoy Ranking (born Mustapha Rahman on 18th March 1991), was a Ghanaian dancehall artist who gained fame in 2014.
His nickname, Rudebwoy, was inspired by his looks and lyrics, which he once admitted were a bit rude.
He was also called Ranking because he saw himself as climbing up the ranks in the music industry, which meant he “ranked as king.”
Ranking was known for his cool personality and fierce looks, which he used as his brand. He launched his debut album, “Elevation-Time,” on September 12, 2016, and worked with some of the most popular Ghanaian artists such as Shatta Wale, Episode, Samini, Edem, Ras Kuuku, EL, and Luther.
Rudebwoy’s dream was to be one of the big brands in the industry.
According to The Independent Ghana, Rudebwoy won several awards throughout his career, including the “Discovery of the Year” award at the 2015 Bass Awards and five awards at the 2017 Hausa Music Awards. He was nominated twice at the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards for Dancehall Song of the Year and Reggae Dancehall Artiste of the Year. At the 2016 Hausa Music Awards, he received seven nominations and won five awards, including Fan Base of the Year, Dancehall Artiste of the Year, Collaboration of the Year, Most popular song of the Year, and Artiste of the Year awards.
Rudebwoy Ranking’s legacy in the music industry will always be remembered. He was a talented and charismatic artist whose music was loved for its positivity, energy, and social relevance.
His music will continue to inspire and influence a new generation of Ghanaian musicians.
Was Rudebwoy Ranking rich? At the moment, there is no information regarding his fortune, however, per our estimation, he could have made a net worth between $10,000 to $50,000 from his music career and other endeavors.
