Released Wednesday, the annual list shows the music mogul retaining his top spot as the highest-earning rapper, nearing the billionaire mark with a $820 million net worth, an increase from last year’s $750 million.
While Combs’ fortunes continue to grow, bolstered by his deal with Cîroc and his shares in Revolt, the No. 2 rapper on the list isn’t far behind. Jay Z’s net worth skyrocketed 30% over the past year, following Sprint’s $200 million investment in his Tidal streaming service, bringing his overall fortunes to $810 million, just $10 million shy of Diddy’s.
Coming in at No. 3 is Andre “Dr. Dre” Young, with a net worth of $740 million, largely from his Beats deal with Apple in 2014. After Dr. Dre, the list sees a big drop in net worth; placing fourth is Birdman with $110 million, whose Cash Money Records birthed the No. 5 rapper on the list, Drake, with $90 million.
