Popcaan, born Andrae Hugh Sutherland on July 19, 1988, is a Jamaican deejay. He rose to fame with Vybz Kartel’s Gaza Music Empire and released his debut album “Where We Come From” in 2013. Popcaan later signed with OVO Sound and Warner Records, releasing his second album “Forever” in 2018. He’s known for hits like “Clarks”, “Only Man She Want”, and collaborations with Drake, Jamie xx, and others. Popcaan also made his acting debut in “The Intent 2: The Come Up” (2018).
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Andrae Hugh Sutherland |
| Date Of Birth: | July 19, 1988 |
| Place Of Birth: | Saint Thomas Parish, Jamaica |
| Nationality: | Jamaican |
| Children: | 2 |
| Occupation(s): | DJ, Singer, Songwriter |
| Labels: | OVO Sound, Warner |
| Net Worth: | $5 Million |
Early Life And Education
Popcaan, born in Saint Thomas Parish, Jamaica, spent his formative years in Portmore’s Gangsta City housing scheme, where he experienced a challenging childhood. He was forced to drop out of school due to the prevalent street violence, which also claimed the life of his close friend Scumpy. Scumpy had given him the nickname “Popcaan”, a name that would eventually become his stage moniker.
Career
Popcaan’s music career took off in 2007 when Vybz Kartel recruited him to Portmore Empire. With Kartel’s guidance, Popcaan produced hits like “Gal Wine” and “Clarks”, which became a nationwide sensation in 2010.
He won several awards, including EME Awards for Best New Artist and Collaboration of the Year. In 2012, “Only Man She Want” reached the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and was remixed by Busta Rhymes.
Popcaan has since toured globally, collaborating with artists like Drake, Pusha T, and Kanye West, who sampled his voice on Yeezus. He has become a prominent figure in the dancehall scene, known for his unique style and energetic performances.
Popcaan signed with Mixpak Records in 2014 and released his debut album “Where We Come From” in June of that year. The album’s single “Everything Nice” reached number 2 on the Billboard Top Reggae Albums chart.
He went on to collaborate with artists like Jamie xx, AlunaGeorge, and Drake, and won two consecutive MOBO Awards for Best Reggae Act in 2015 and 2016. In 2018, he released his second album “Forever” and announced his signing to OVO Sound and Warner Records.
He has since released two more albums, “Vanquish” (2019) and “Fixtape” (2020), and a collaborative EP “Link Up” with Preme. His fourth album “Great Is He” was released on January 27, 2023, debuting at number 3 on the Billboard Reggae Albums chart.
Personal Life
Popcaan, the popular Jamaican artist is a devoted father to his two children, a daughter named Rihanna Sutherland and a son born in 2020. His daughter’s mother is his ex-girlfriend Kavell Keir, while his son’s mother’s identity is unknown to the public. He is reportedly dating Toni-Ann Singh, a former Miss World winner from Jamaica.
Popcaan Net Worth
Popcaan’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million, earned through his successful music career, international collaborations, endorsements with brands like Hennessy and Puma, and his own “Unruly” apparel line.
