Top 50 Richest Rappers in 2025

This list highlights the most financially successful rappers globally, detailing their net worth and major achievements.

Top 10 Richest Rappers

1. Jay-Z
   • Net Worth: $2 Billion
   • American rapper, producer, and entrepreneur. Jay-Z amassed his wealth through music, businesses, and investments, including Roc Nation and Armand de Brignac champagne.
2. Dr. Dre
   • Net Worth: $500 Million
   • Legendary producer and entrepreneur, famous for Beats by Dre and his pioneering work in the hip-hop industry.
3. Diddy (Sean Combs)
   • Net Worth: $400 Million
   • Known for his music and entrepreneurial ventures, including Sean John clothing and Cîroc vodka.
4. Kanye West
   • Net Worth: $400 Million
   • Multifaceted artist and entrepreneur, recognized for his music, Yeezy brand, and collaborations in fashion.
5. Drake
   • Net Worth: $250 Million
   • Canadian artist with consistent chart-topping albums and significant earnings from tours and endorsements.
6. Eminem
   • Net Worth: $250 Million
   • Iconic rapper and producer, globally renowned for his lyrical skills and multi-platinum albums.
7. Pharrell Williams
   • Net Worth: $250 Million
   • Music producer and fashion designer, creator of the Billionaire Boys Club brand.
8. Master P
   • Net Worth: $200 Million
   • Rap mogul turned entrepreneur, known for No Limit Records.
9. Usher
   • Net Worth: $180 Million
   • A singer and producer who extended his influence into acting and business.
10. Lil Wayne
    • Net Worth: $170 Million
    • Rap icon and founder of Young Money Entertainment.

Ranks 11–20

11. Ice Cube ($160M)
12. Snoop Dogg ($160M)
13. Birdman ($150M)
14. Nicki Minaj ($150M)
15. Rick Ross ($150M)
16. Ronald Slim Williams ($150M)
17. Swizz Beatz ($150M)
18. Kendrick Lamar ($140M)
19. LL Cool J ($120M)
20. Adam Horovitz (Ad-Rock) ($100M)

Ranks 21–30

21. KSI ($100M)
22. Michael Diamond (Mike D) ($100M)
23. Pitbull ($100M)
24. Yo Gotti ($100M)
25. DJ Khaled ($95M)
26. Timbaland ($85M)
27. Cardi B ($80M)
28. Migos ($80M)
29. Nas ($70M)
30. Nelly ($70M)

Ranks 31–40

31. Wiz Khalifa ($70M)
32. Ice-T ($65M)
33. 50 Cent ($60M)
34. J. Cole ($60M)
35. Joseph Simmons (Rev Run) ($60M)
36. Psy ($60M)
37. Bad Bunny ($50M)
38. Chamillionaire ($50M)
39. Daddy Yankee ($50M)
40. Flo Rida ($50M)

Ranks 41–50

41. French Montana ($50M)
42. Future ($50M)
43. J-Hope ($50M)
44. Jackson Wang ($50M)
45. Post Malone ($50M)
46. Will.I.Am ($50M)
47. Common ($45M)
48. Akon ($40M)
49. Lizzo ($40M)
50. Ludacris ($40M)

These rappers exemplify how hip-hop has transcended music into business, creating empires through innovation and determination.