One of his best achievements transpired in 1994 when he was inducted into the Stone Hall of Reputation, and in 2004 when Coming Jewel Newspaper named him the 49 on their own record for top level 100 artists in recent history. He was knighted in Britain, and also since 1992 has worked toward combating Aids and Assists in reference to his charitable organization known as the Elton Ruben Assists Basi