The rap world has seen some of the most influential and successful figures in the music industry. From Jay-Z to Dr. Dre, the genre has seen some of the most successful artists of all time. But how much are these rappers worth?

Jay-Z is the only rapper to claim a spot on Forbes’ real-time billionaires list with a 2.5 billion net worth in spring 2023. Jay-Z has become one of the most successful rappers of all time, with a career spanning more than two decades. He has released numerous albums, including his latest 4:44, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. Jay-Z has also made his mark in the business world, founding the entertainment company Roc Nation and the streaming service Tidal.

Ye, otherwise known as Kanye West, is the second richest rapper in the world. He has a net worth of $1.3 billion, and his success is largely due to his Yeezy brand. Yeezy is a clothing and footwear line that has become incredibly popular in the fashion world. Kanye has also made a name for himself in the music industry, releasing several critically acclaimed albums and producing hits for other artists.

Sean “Diddy” Combs is the third richest rapper in the world, with a net worth of $885 million. Diddy has been a staple in the rap industry since the 1990s, and he has gone on to become one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the music industry. He is the founder of Bad Boy Records, which has released albums from some of the biggest names in rap. Diddy has also launched several successful business ventures, including Ciroc vodka and the Sean John clothing line.

Andre “Dr. Dre” Young is the fourth richest rapper in the world, with a net worth of $820 million. Dr. Dre is one of the most influential figures in the rap industry, and he has been producing and releasing music since the 1980s. He is best known for his work with N.W.A. and his solo albums, The Chronic and 2001. He has also been involved in the business side of the music industry, launching the Beats by Dre headphones and selling the company to Apple for $3 billion.

Gilbert “Berner” Milam is the fifth richest rapper in the world, with a net worth of $800 million. Berner is a Bay Area rapper who owns Cookies, the world’s first legal $1 billion weed brand. He has also released several albums, including the critically acclaimed Drought Season trilogy. Berner has also become a successful entrepreneur, launching his own cannabis company and investing in several other businesses.

It is clear that the rap world is full of some of the most successful and influential figures in the music industry. From Jay-Z to Berner, these rappers have made their mark in the industry and have amassed incredible wealth. While they may not all be billionaires, they are certainly worth a lot of money.