Reggie “Redman” Noble is a Rapper, record producer, songwriter, actor, and DJ from Newark, New Jersey, who emerged from the streets in the early 1990s, known for his electrifying presence on EPMD’s Business as Usual (1990) before releasing his debut, Whut? Thee Album, in 1992.

His swaggering flow, humour-laced lyricism, and knack for crafting funk-infused beats distinguished him within the hardcore rap scene. It quickly earned him acclaim as a dynamic solo artist and indispensable collaborator.

Early Life and Education

Reginald Noble is now 55 years old and was born on April 17, 1970, in Newark, New Jersey, to Darlene and Eddie Noble. He spent his childhood in “Da Bricks,” a neighbourhood known for its tough streets, where his mother credits him with a vivid imagination and a knack for vivid storytelling even as a child.

From a young age, he played drums in his church’s band, and a creative-writing teacher at Montclair State University briefly encouraged him to write in his unique style. However, Noble was expelled from the university in 1987 at the age of 16 due to poor academic performance.

After leaving Montclair State, he returned home—only to be kicked out by his mother for selling cocaine within the same year. At age 18, under the moniker DJ Kut-Killa, he honed his skills freestyling over funk and hip-hop instrumentals at parks and house parties throughout New Jersey and New York.

Personal Life

Redman has remained fiercely protective of his private life. He has never married and rarely speaks publicly about romantic relationships, choosing to place the spotlight on his music and acting work.

As of 2025, he does not appear to have a spouse or children, although interviews and social media posts confirm that he values close family ties—especially his relationship with his sister, Rosalyn Noble (also known as Roz), who has appeared as a featured rapper on several of his tracks.

Career

Redman’s professional journey began in 1990 when Erick Sermon invited him to appear on EPMD’s Business as Usual, where he contributed verses to “Hardcore” and “Brothers on My Jock,” instantly drawing attention to his brash wordplay and animated delivery.

In 1992, he dropped his solo debut, Whut? The album peaked at number 49 on the Billboard 200 and went gold, thanks to singles like “Time 4 Sum Aksion.” That project’s fusion of reggae, funk, and East Coast grit established him as a bold new force.

In November 1994, he released “Dare Iz a Darkside,” once again achieving gold status. The album, mainly self-produced, marked a more introspective, drug-tinged sound—though Redman later admitted he recorded it under the influence, resulting in a project he seldom revisits.

By 1996, he followed up with Muddy Waters, his most acclaimed album to date, which went platinum on the strength of singles like “Whateva Man” and showcased his ability to blend humour with raw street narratives.

In 1998, he collaborated with Method Man on Blackout!, an album that reached number 3 on the Billboard 200 and remains a blueprint for dynamic rap duos.

Redman’s fifth studio album, Malpractice (2001), peaked at number 4 on the Billboard 200 and earned gold certification, featuring tracks such as “Let’s Get Dirty (I Can’t Get in da Club)” and “Smash Sumthin”.

During the early 2000s, he balanced solo work with high-profile guest features, including Christina Aguilera’s “Dirrty” (2002), which earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals. He also began nurturing talent on his Gilla House imprint.

After a lengthy wait, Redman released Red Gone Wild in 2007, produced by Chris Pinset and featuring tracks like “Put It Down” that reaffirmed his comic-tinged approach. He continued collaborating with Method Man on Blackout! 2 (2009) and released his solo LP Reggie in 2010, where he diversified his sound by embracing more contemporary production styles.

Awards and Nominations

Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Collaboration With Vocals (“Dirrty” with Christina Aguilera) (2003) – Nominated

Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group (“Ooh” with De La Soul) (2000) – Nominated.

Teen Choice Award nomination for Choice Music – Hook-Up (“Dirrty” with Christina Aguilera) (2003) – Nominated

Net Worth

Reginald Noble’s net worth is estimated at approximately $12 million, built primarily through album sales, touring revenue, production and songwriting credits, acting roles, and limited endorsement deals.

Filmography

How High (2001)

Seed of Chucky (2004)

Method & Red (TV series; 2003–2004)

How High 2 (2022) – Cameo

Def Jam Vendetta (video game; 2003) – Himself

Def Jam: Fight for NY (video game; 2004) – Himself

Bill & Ted Face the Music (2020) – Cameo

White Boy Rick (2018) – Cameo

Discography

What? Thee Album (1992)

Dare Iz a Darkside (1994)

Muddy Waters (1996)

Doc’s da Name 2000 (1998)

Malpractice (2001)

Red Gone Wild (2007)

Reggie (2010)

Mudface (2015)

Muddy Waters 2 (2024)