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15. Rick Ross
Net Worth: $150 million
Rick Ross has a successful music career that includes albums like Trilla and Teflon Don, with his catalog valued at approximately $150 million. Beyond the music, a famous rapper founded Maybach Music Group, boosting the careers of artists like Meek Mill.
14. Nicki Minaj
Net Worth: $150 million
Nicki Minaj is one of the most impactful females in the rap industry, with over 100 million records sold globally and a music catalog valued at about $200 million. In 2023, she expanded into fashion, designing eco-friendly vegan trainers with British startup LØCI.
13. Birdman
Net Worth: $150 million
Birdman is most famous as the co-founder of Cash Money Records, largely because megastars like Lil Wayne, Drake, and Nicki Minaj signed under his label. His estimated net worth comes not only from his music career but also from business ventures, targeting oil opportunities with Bronald Oil and Gas LLC.
12. Snoop Dogg
Net Worth: $160 million
Snoop Dogg has an impressive music catalog alone valued at an impressive $160 million. Beyond the mic, Snoop is a major player in the cannabis industry with his brand, Leafs by Snoop, and through his venture capital firm, Casa Verde Capital.
11. Ice Cube
Net Worth: $160 million
Ice Cube is one of the most iconic figures in rap history who created classics such as Boyz n the Hood and the Friday series, while his company Cube Vision, has produced several successful films and TV projects. Besides entertainment, he co-founded the BIG3 basketball league and invested in substantial real estate.
10. Lil Wayne
Net Worth: $170 million
Lil Wayne built an impressive career with monumental albums that sold over a million copies in its first week. As the founder of Young Money Entertainment, he also earned money by boosting the careers of stars like Drake and Nicki Minaj, enhancing his wealth through album sales and royalties.
9. Usher
Net Worth: $180 million
Usher is one of the best-selling artists since his 1994 debut, whose Diamond album "Confessions" sold over 75 million records globally. In 2023, his Las Vegas residency grossed $40 million, proving his enduring appeal in business.
8. Master P
Net Worth: $200 million
Master P rose to fame in the mid-1990s with No Limit Records, launching careers and chart-topper albums like Ice Cream Man. His business ventures extend to film production, a successful clothing line, and real estate, establishing him as a major entertainment and business mogul.
7. Pharrell Williams
Net Worth: $250 million
Pharrell Williams is one of the most famous figures in The Neptunes, where he crafted hits for top artists, enhancing his financial success and establishing a name for himself. In 2023, he was appointed for the role of Men's Creative Director at Louis Vuitton, as well as purchased $15.6 million Beverly Hills mansion.
6. Eminem
Net Worth: $250 million
Eminem has one of the most successful music catalogs that earned Slim Shady more than $100 million. Beyond musical achievements, Eminem founded Shady Records, which has been a significant success, notably for signing artists such as 50 Cent.
5. Drake
Net Worth: $250 million
Drake has evolved into one of the most influential figures in the entertainment industry, creating multi-platinum albums like Take Care and Views. Beyond the music career, this influencer has a vast business portfolio, including founding OVO Sound and a partnership with Nike.
4. Kanye West
Net Worth: $400 million
Kanye West started his career as a producer, then made his mark as an iconic rapper, and ventured into fashion with the Yeezy sneaker line that became one of the most phenomenal pairs of shoes ever released. Beyond the music and fashion, Kanye invested $35 million into a mansion in Beverly Hills.
3. Dr. Dre
Net Worth: $500 million
Dr. Dre is one of the most influential persons in the music industry, not only for his groundbreaking work with N.W.A but also for his achievements as a producer who shaped the careers of megastars like Eminem and 50 Cent. His most notable creation is Beats by Dre, the premium headphone brand he sold to Apple in 2014 for a staggering $3 billion.
2. Diddy
Net Worth: $600 million
Diddy has a diversified portfolio of lucrative business ventures. Since founding Bad Boy Records in 1993, he partnered with Diageo to market Cîroc Vodka, pioneered Revolt TV, and even renovated his fashion brand Sean John, demonstrating his broad influence across entertainment and lifestyle sectors.
1. Jay-Z
Net Worth: $2 billion
Jay-Z is not just a rapper, but also a businessman with investments in music, entertainment, and the luxury market. Shawn Carter has founded Roc Nation, an entertainment company involved in everything from music to sports management, acquired music streaming service Tidal, and even invested in the luxury beverage market with brands like Armand de Brignac and D'Usse.
