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Born Shawn Corey Carter, Jay Z is one of the most notable names in the rap and hip hop music industry. He is married to fellow performer Beyonce and has an individual Jay Z net worth reported at more than $550 million. His fortune in part stems from his extensive music career. He began performing … Read more
New York City native Curtis James Jackson III, known by his professional name 50 Cent, enjoys a career as a successful hip hop and rap star, as well as a prolific businessman. In fact, all of his professional pursuits have netted a 50 Cent net worth that right now stands at $270 million, an impressive … Read more
Canadian singer and actor Justin Bieber stands out as one of the best selling teen acts in recent history. His global breakthrough song “Baby” was released in 2010 and immediately reached the top of the music charts, becoming an instant teenage favorite with his burgeoning group of fans. The song was released from his breakthrough … Read more
Born to modest means in Atlanta, Georgia, rapper T.I. now stands out as a burgeoning act in hip hop and rap music. T.I., a nickname that pays homage to his childhood moniker “Tip”, has released nine albums since his rise to fame in 2001. With 13 years of music and entertainment experience to his credit, … Read more
Rapper Lil Wayne continues to be one of the most popular entertainers in the world. Born Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr., Lil Wayne has been in the music industry since the age of nine when he became half of a duo known as the B.G.’z. Since 1999, the start of his solo music career, he has … Read more
Rapper, fashion designer, and entrepreneur Kanye West first appeared on the American hip hop music scene in 1996, partnering with longtime friend and fellow rapper Jay Z at Roc A Fella Records. He first worked as a music producer and songwriter before being signed on with the label as an act. He has since released … Read more
Born Sean John Combs in 1969, P. Diddy has climbed his way to the top of the music and entertainment industry to become one of the world’s most financially successful acts. His P Diddy net worth has already hit the $700 million mark. With a host of professional credits to his name, P. Diddy’s net … Read more
MC Lyte, whose birth name is Lana Moorer, is hailed as one of the leading hip hop feminists in the world of music today. She came onto the music scene in the 1980s at a time when women had few female hip hop stars to look up to and model themselves after personally and professionally. … Read more
A man of many talents, Birdman was actually born Bryan Williams in 1969. As a native of New Orleans, he was personally affected by the tragic aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. He lost several homes and millions of dollars in assets in the catastrophic storm. However, his personal and professional resolve has allowed him to regain … Read more
Born in Barbados in 1988, Rihanna moved to the U.S. at the age of 16 to pursue her musical career. She was invited to perform for Jay-Z, who was then the CEO of Def Jam Records. Rapper Jay-Z signed her to the label, and she soon was recording her own albums, the first of which was Music … Read more