Lil Durk Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What Is Lil Durk’s Net Worth?

An American rap artist, Lil Durk, boasts a net worth estimated at $8 million. He is also the founder of Only the Family, often abbreviated as OTF. Durk gained fame with his 2013 mixtape series “Signed to the Streets,” which resulted in a record deal with Def Jam. After parting ways with the label in 2018, he signed with Alamo Records. Collaborations with prominent artists such as Drake and Kanye West have further elevated his profile.

Early Life

Born Durk D. Banks in Chicago, Illinois, on October 19, 1992, Lil Durk grew up in the challenging neighborhood of Englewood on the South Side of Chicago. His father was incarcerated at the time of his birth, leaving Durk to experience food scarcity in his household during his upbringing.

Durk’s initial breakthrough came at a young age through social media platforms, including MySpace and YouTube. At just 17 years old, he became a father and subsequently dropped out of Paul Robeson High School to join the Black Disciples, a street gang in Chicago. This decision led to legal issues, as he faced multiple gun charges, ultimately pleading guilty to aggravated unauthorized use of a weapon.

Career

In 2011, Lil Durk launched his career with the release of his first mixtape, but shortly afterward, he was incarcerated on weapons charges. Upon his release a few months later, he refocused on his music. In 2012, he followed up with a second mixtape titled “I’m Still a Hitta.” His song “Sneak Dissin’” began attracting attention, allowing him to collaborate with other artists, including Lil Reese, Fredo Santana, King Louie, and Chief Keef. He also released another mixtape in the same year.

In 2013, he began to receive broader recognition by releasing the mixtape “Signed to the Streets” and featuring on tracks by various artists such as Jim Jonez, Trae da Truth, and Chinx Drugz. The 2013 release was named by “Rolling Stone” as the 8th Best Mixtape of the Year. After serving time in jail again in early 2013, he was released in the summer and subsequently signed with Def Jam Records, ultimately putting out his debut studio album, “Remember My Name,” in 2015. The album reached notable positions, including #2 on the US Rap and US R&B/Hip-Hop charts and #14 on the “Billboard” 200 chart.

Lil Durk’s second studio album, “Lil Durk 2x,” arrived in 2016, where it climbed to #4 on the US Rap chart, #5 on the US R&B/Hip-Hop chart, and #29 on the “Billboard” 200 chart. His most popular single, “My Beyonce” featuring Dej Loaf, made it to #21 on the US Rap chart. Additionally, Lil Durk has collaborated with a variety of artists including Meek Mill, French Montana, Travi$ Scott, will.i.am, Young Thug, Boosie Badazz, and RiFF RaFF, among others.

He hit the “Billboard” Hot 100 for the first time in April 2020 with his single “Viral Moment,” which was part of his fifth studio album, “Just Cause Ya’ll Waited 2.” Commercial success followed with singles like “3 Headed Goat” featuring Polo G and Lil Baby, “Backdoor,” and “The Voice.” His collaborative album with Lil Baby, titled “The Voice of the Heroes,” was released in 2021 and marked his first chart-topping release.

Lil Durk made his debut at the pinnacle of the “Billboard” 200 charts. He featured as a guest on Kanye West’s tenth studio album, “Donda,” in August 2021. His 2022 project, “7220,” marked his second consecutive #1 album. Furthermore, Lil Durk has received four Grammy nominations, securing the award for Best Melodic Rap Performance with “All My Life” (featuring J. Cole) from his 2023 album “Almost Healed.”

Personal Life

Identifying as a practicing Muslim, Lil Durk’s father, Dontay Banks Sr., was sentenced to two life terms without the possibility of parole, with details surrounding the case remaining undisclosed. Durk has fathered six children, each with a different mother, named Angelo, Bella, Zayden, Du’mier, Skylar, and Willow.

In 2021, he announced his engagement to Instagram model India Royale.

Tragedies

The tragic murder of Durk’s cousin, rapper McArthur “OFT Nunu” Swindle, occurred, followed by the death of his friend and manager, Uchenna OTF Chino Dolla Agina, shot dead in March 2015. Additionally, on November 6, 2020, his close friend King Von was also killed in Atlanta. The following year, on June 6, Durk’s brother, Dontay “DThang” Banks Jr., was sadly killed at a Chicago nightclub. In July 2021, Durk faced a home invasion, during which he and his fiancé exchanged gunfire with the intruders, who fled without injury to anyone.

Legal Drama

Following a weapon charge in 2011, Lil Durk found himself in more legal troubles. After being released on bond, he was required to serve an additional 87 days. On June 5, 2013, he was apprehended again in Chicago on South Green Street for allegedly discarding a loaded handgun as police approached. His bond was set at $100,000. However, his attorney claimed to have nine witness affidavits supporting Durk’s innocence, with one witness confessing that the gun belonged to him. Durk was released in July 2013.

In September 2015, just hours before a concert at the Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia, a shootout occurred, resulting in the tragic death of one man and damages to Lil Durk’s tour bus from gunfire. Reports indicated that Durk was not involved and had not been arrested or questioned. He faced felony gun charges in August 2016, but the judge dismissed these charges, clearing him of wrongdoing.

In June 2019, both Durk and King Von were charged with attempted murder. Prosecutors alleged that they robbed and shot a man outside a bustling Atlanta drive-in, reportedly over a Jeep Cherokee and $30,000. After spending a few weeks in jail, both were released on bonds of $250,000 and $300,000, respectively. Ultimately, the charges were dismissed in October 2022.