The world’s number on business and finance magazine Forbes magazine which is known for ranking wealthy and rich people in the world finally released its annual ‘HipHop Cash Kings’ List.
Dr. Dre had topped had topped the list last year thanks to
his mega Beats deal with Apple Inc. but this year Drake kicked him out of the
top 3.
His (Dre) latest
album Straight Outta Compton has
earned him good cash but Forbes claims that it wasn’t reflected in this year’s
rankings but it is alleged that, in 2016, his rankings will climb a notch
higher due to his triumphant album.
The take care hit
maker is without a doubt eating life with a big spoon. The HipHop impresario is
said to be making most of his money from tours and endorsements; Apple, Nike,
Sprite.
Kendrick Lamar and J.cole were ranked 13th and 14th
respectively.
Below is the official list of the 2015 HipHop Cash Kings
courtesy of Forbes:
- Diddy – $60 million
- Jay Z – $56 million
- Drake – $39.5 million
- Dr. Dre – $33 million
- Pharrell – $32 million
- Eminem – $31 million
- Kanye West – $22 million
- Wiz Khalifa – $21.5 million
- Nicki Minaj – 21 million
- Birdman – $18 million
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