The
American rapper, producer, and CEO climbed the Billboard charts,
debuting at number 2 with his album "Teflon Don." Net worth: $25
million.
Rap is all about winners, but in the case of these two rap/hip-hop heavyweights, it's a tie for 19th. Net worth: $40 million.
A
successful rap career in the early 2000s and two clothing lines, Vokal
and Apple Bottoms, land Nelly at 18. Net worth: $55 million.
This is what nine studio albums, seven of which hit gold or platinum status, gets you. Net worth: $60 million
16. Ludacris
All of Ludacris' albums have reached the Top 5 of the Billboard Charts upon their release. He's also acted in multiple films like "Fred Claus," "2 Fast 2 Furious," and "Crash." Net worth: $65
14. Timbaland
The in-demand producer has made beats for Justin Timberlake,Aaliyah, Missy Elliott, and more.Net worth:$75m
Pharrell has always been making moves in music with The Neptunes, but has also entered the world of fashion as well. Net worth: $77.5 million
16. Ludacris
All of Ludacris' albums have reached the Top 5 of the Billboard Charts upon their release. He's also acted in multiple films like "Fred Claus," "2 Fast 2 Furious," and "Crash." Net worth: $65
Hip-hop
pioneers Mike D, MCA, and Ad-Rock were a New York City-based rap
collective with a legion of fans and cultural influence. Net worth: $75
million each.
14. Timbaland
The in-demand producer has made beats for Justin Timberlake,Aaliyah, Missy Elliott, and more.Net worth:$75m
Pharrell has always been making moves in music with The Neptunes, but has also entered the world of fashion as well. Net worth: $77.5 million
LL
Cool J was on the rap and hip-hop pulse through the mid-'90s before
switching over into acting, finding success in television. Akon made his
millions with music, a portfolio of collaborations, and with his
clothing label Konvict Clothing. Net worth: $80 million.
A commercially and critically acclaimed rapper, seasoned businessman, and fashion savant. Net worth: $90 million
He goes by many names, but one thing that's certainly not "Lil" is his bank account. Net worth: $95 million.
9. Ice Cube
With
roots in prolific rap group N.W.A., Ice Cube is one of the originators
of West Coast gangsta rap. His image has softened since transitioning to
film, but his currency in both industries only grows. Net worth: $100
million.
8. Snoop Dogg
Rap,
film credits, and a number of commercial endorsements culminate in the
number eight position of richest living rappers. Net worth: $110
million.
Cash Money Records co-founder and CEO named his company appropriately. Net worth: $115 million.
6. Eminem
Marshall Mather's climb to the top made for a hit movie in "8 Mile." It was a happy ending. Net worth: $120 million.
50
Cent proved to be a wise businessman and savvy investor. Along with his
record sales, his endorsement deals and stock portfolio valued at a
fair chunk of change. Net worth: $250 million.
The
groundbreaking rapper, producer, and music mogul is dominating the
premium headphone market with his Beats by Dre line. Net worth: $260
million.
3. Master P
With
the most diversified empire on the list, Master P has businesses in
everything including rap labels, clothing, management companies, video
games, and even a phone sex line. No Limit Records is his crowning
achievement. Net worth: $350 million.
2. Jay-Z
Co-founder of Roc-A-Fella records, Jay-Z is expected to reach the $1 billion benchmark in his lifetime. Net worth: $475 million.
After
being fired from his executive position at Uptown, Diddy started his
own record company, Bad Boy Records. The result is hi$tory. Net worth:
$500 million.
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