Bleu Da Vinci Biography 2024 - Rapper And Actor

Barima McKnight, famously known as Bleu Davinci in the urban music industry, is an American rapper and an actor. Famed for his association with a drug organization, he has also written several ear-piercing gangster raps blended with punchy southern hip-hop beats. Davinci has influenced many Southern hip-hop artists in his era. The rapper is also rumored to have been associated with an African-American gang in his early years.

The notorious rapper was affiliated with the Black Mafia Family (BMF), which gained him much disreputable fame in his career. Davinci even got in trouble with the law for his connection with BMF. Davinci's life story has been a thrilling rollercoaster ride for the rapper. Now, living the family life, Blue Davinci is gradually overcoming his past and aims to construct a bright future with his family. Let's learn about Barima "Bleu Davinci" Mcknight's biography. 

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Early Life and Parents 

Bleu Davinci was born under the name of Barima McKnight on February 25, 1978. Although his birthplace is confirmed to be in Los Angeles, California, any information regarding his parents and their whereabouts is still unknown. Davinci was raised in Carson, California but later moved to Atlanta, Georgia.

Bleu Davinci as a toddler in 1982. Photo Source: Bleu's Instagram.

Bleu Davinci's younger brother, Marques Dixson, aka "Baby Bleu," was charged by the police following a violent altercation between Bobby Brown's nephews Shayne Brown and Kelsey Brown in 2005. He was alleged to have stabbed them with an ice pick at a birthday party. Next year, in 2006, Dixson was shot dead by his ex-girlfriend at around 3:00 am in Atlanta's Buckhead area.

Bleu Davinci moved to Atlanta after being commissioned by Demetrius Flenory, aka "Big Meech," who was the head of the Black Mafia Family. Big Meech convinced and authorized Davinci to control the BMF entertainment, which was established as a front organization for illegal money laundering. 

Early Career 

Raised within the hip-hop scene of Carson, California, Bleu Davinci was mainly influenced by artists like Andre Louis Hicks, aka "Mac Dre," and John Austin IV, aka "Ras Kass." He commenced his professional hip-hop career as a solo artist of BMF entertainment, which was then promoting John David Jackson, aka "Fabolous" and Jay Wayne Jenkins aka "Young Jeezy."  

Bleu Davinci released 'The World is BMF's' in 2006. Photo Source: Social Media.

In 2004, Bleu Davinci's debut album "World is BMF's" was released and was nominated for a Source Award. His song "Streets on Lock," featuring Fabolous and Young Jeezy, received wide acclaim from the DJs around the city. The rapper was vigorously promoting BMF Entertainment through his lyrics, albums, videos, and live shows.

Sentenced To Prison

In 2005, the Flenory brothers were indicted by the DEA along with other members of BMF for distributing cocaine in America. Both of the brothers were sentenced to 30 years in prison while the authorities investigated Davinci's involvement with the organization. 

On October 30, 2008, Bleu Davinci was sentenced to five years and four months in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, after crucial evidence was found against him. During the hearings, Davinci claimed that he was not aware of the "other side of their business" when he first met Demetrius Flenory and before his affiliation with the organization.

Reviving His Career

After his release in 2011, Davinci continued his musical journey releasing his mixtape 'The Davinci Code,' 'Respect the Unexpected,' and 'Angels and Demons' in the following years. He also collaborated with his younger brother Calico Jonez on the BMF tour. He slowly began to revive his musical career through his songs like My New Car (Dirty) and Blowing Indo. 

Bleu Davinci features Gucci Mane on his single My New Car (Dirty). Photo Source: Social Media.

During his music career, Davinci had the opportunity to collaborate with other renowned artists like Jim Jones, Fabolous, Rick Ross, Tabius Tate, Young Buck, Cap1, and many more.  

Bleu Davinci As An Actor

Apart from music studios, the rapper has also delivered sublime performances as an actor on film sets. He was featured in the 2017 Tupac Shakur biopic 'All Eyez on Me.' Also, he has appeared on several TV series like 'Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta' and Irv Gotti's sitcom 'Tales.' 

Bleu Davinci Net Worth

Being a rapper in the music industry could be financially beneficial if one is successful. Davinci has been winning the hearts of his fans through his songs since the 2000s. Coming to the present, Davinci might have accumulated a significant sum of money from his career. Let's see what adds to Bleu Davinci's net worth.

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He was associated with BMF entertainment and Big Meech, whose net worth is estimated at around $100 million. Furthermore, the organization was allegedly earned over $270 million from its illegal operations. After all, the Black Mafia Family members were famous for their extravagant lifestyles. Being associated with the group, Davinci could have earned a decent salary with other remunerations too. 

However, many guessed that the rapper's financial earning capacity would be affected due to his incarceration. But on the contrary, Davinci seems to be earning quite smoothly from his musical ventures.  

In an interview with VladTv in 2015, Bleu even talks about blowing $75,000 in a strip club with his friend Drake. So, you can guess how much Bleu Davinci is earning nowadays.    

Scrolling through his Instagram page, we found that the rapper lives a luxurious lifestyle. He even posts pictures of exquisite cars and yachts on the page. According to some sources, he is associated with Miami's prominent rental platform, MVP Exotics, which rents out high-end cars for high-profile celebrities. He is seen promoting their expensive vehicles for chartering purposes for anyone willing to pay the hefty bucks. That means the rapper is also generating a bulky income from the promotional business as well.  

Furthermore, Davinci has lent his name to a luxury sneaker brand, Giuliano Galiano, to craft 100 pairs of limited edition high-top python leather sneakers. The Davinci sneaker is undoubtedly an expensive collector's item that could cost thousands of dollars. The deal could also have added a significant amount to Bleu Da Vinci's net worth.

Becoming a Family Man 

It is reported that Davinci has a child with 'Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta' star Keely Hill. Although the actress was determined to keep the secret, her co-stars revealed that the BMF rapper Bleu was the baby daddy of Keely Hill. Bleu Davinci's son, Xavier J. McKnight, can be seen on his Instagram.  

Bleu Davinci shares pictures of his children on his Instagram. Photo Source: Bleu's Instagram.

Apart from his youngest son, Xavier, Davinci is also a father to three other kids. His other two sons are named Melaki McKnight and Brandon McKnight. Also, he is blessed with a daughter named Madisyn McKnight. He frequently posts their pictures on his Instagram. It seems like the notorious rapper has grown into a good dad. 

Being a father to four children, Barima "Bleu Davinci" McKnight has turned into a responsible family man who is currently working hard for his children's development and safety.  

Trivia and Facts 

• Barima McKnight has several nicknames, including P. Dupraby, M. Baby, Bleu. 
• He is also rumored to be affiliated with Crips of 190 Del Amo Vlocc East Coast.
• He is a cousin of Ras Kass.
• He was accused of snitching Black Mafia Family but was never confirmed howsoever.