Jamaican reggae and dancehall musician Buju Banton has confirmed the passing of his 20-year-old son Miles Myrie.

The singer posted a cryptic message on his social media confirming the incident, saying, "Sip papa God knows."

PHOTO | COURTESY Buju Banton and his son

Earlier this week, Jahazeil Myrie, another Buju Banton son, confirmed the devastating news to the Jamaican news site.

 “Yes, it is true. It is not my thing to say, and it is not my job personally to give out any personal information about Miles. My father is the one who should share any details, but Miles is a healthy yute. His soul was clean, so I had to say something,” Jahazeil said.


PHOTO | COURTESY Buju Banton


“We grew up together one ah the time, dem, and he always would motivate me to never give up. He was a very motivational person, no matter what. When he was younger, he wanted to be a judge, but as he got older, he got to love rapping, so he wanted to be a rapper," he added.

Several celebrities have sent their condolences to the Banton family.

"My deepest condolences to you and your family, my brother." said Beres Hammond

 "Jah Jah!" Condolences to my family, Bredda!" Sean Paul said.

PHOTO | COURTESY  Buju Banton and his son


"Mighty, my heart is with you, Bredda." I'm praying for you, your mother, and your entire family. Stay strong, Mi Bredda!" Gramps Morgan said,

Buju Banton, born on July 15, 1973, in Kingston, Jamaica, was raised in a big family with a strong cultural history. His mother named him "Buju," he took the moniker "Banton" in homage to his favorite childhood storyteller, Burro Banton.