Rod Wave Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What Is Rod Wave’s Net Worth?

With a net worth of $4 million, Rod Wave is recognized as an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. He is celebrated for his powerful voice and is regarded as a pioneer of the soul-trap genre. Wave made a significant impact with his initial two studio albums, “Ghetto Gospel” (2019) and “Pray 4 Love” (2020), both of which peaked in the top 10 of the “Billboard” 200. His emotionally charged lyrics often touch on themes of mental health struggles, poverty, and the brutal realities of street life, resonating profoundly with his audience. His breakout single, “Heart on Ice,” highlights his talent for blending heartfelt, impactful lyrics with melodic sounds. Rod Wave stands out in the modern rap landscape due to his unique voice and impassioned performance. In 2021, his third album, “SoulFly,” debuted at #1 on the “Billboard” 200, further establishing him as a prominent figure in the music world.

Early Life

Born Rodarius Marcell Green on August 27, 1999, in St. Petersburg, Florida, Rod Wave experienced his parents’ separation during elementary school, leading to his primary upbringing by his mother. His father was involved in illegal activities and was sentenced to over five years in prison when Wave was still young. Struggling financially, his mother faced challenges while Rod became involved in robbery and drug dealing in his teenage years. Completing his education at Lakewood High School, he graduated in 2017. Growing up, he developed a passion for rap and hip-hop music, drawing inspiration from artists like E-40, Chingy, Boosie Badazz, Chief Keef, Kanye West, and Kevin Gates.

Career

Rod Wave’s journey began in 2016 with the release of his mixtape, “Hunger Games Vol. 1.” Afterward, he launched several independent mixtapes before signing with Alamo Records. In June 2019, he introduced the mixtape “PTSD,” featuring the viral hit “Heart on Ice,” which significantly climbed the charts, reaching the 25^th position on the “Billboard” Hot 100.

Following this success, Rod released his debut album, “Ghetto Gospel,” which achieved a peak at #10 on the U.S. “Billboard” 200. Subsequently, he focused on his second album, “Pray 4 Love,” released in April 2020, which debuted at #2 on the “Billboard” 200. That August, he shared a deluxe version of the album, with several tracks making it onto the “Billboard” Hot 100. Additionally, in the same month, Wave was featured in the “XXL” 2020 Freshman Class, recognizing rising hip-hop talent.

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For much of 2020, Wave dedicated his time to crafting his third album. In March 2021, he unveiled the tracklist for the album titled “SoulFly,” which he released shortly thereafter. The single “Tombstone” marked his highest chart achievement, reaching #11 on the Hot 100. He was awarded the Top New Artist Award at the “Billboard” Music Awards in 2021.

In January 2022, Wave dropped the single “Cold December,” and by May, he released a freestyle over Future’s “Wait for U,” announcing the title of his forthcoming fourth album, “Beautiful Mind.” The album debuted in August 2022, followed by a tour that lasted nearly two months towards the end of the year, featuring Toosi and Mariah the Scientist as opening acts. Later in mid-November, he released an extended play titled “Jupiter’s Diary: 7 Day Theory,” which included the track “Break My Heart,” that landed at #76 on the charts.

Personal Life

Rod Wave is in a relationship with Kelsey, and together they welcomed twin daughters named Kash and Mocha Green. He maintains privacy regarding his personal and family life, avoiding sharing details on his social media platforms.