Rod Wave Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What Is Rod Wave’s Net Worth?

With a net worth of $4 million, Rod Wave is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter recognized for his powerful vocals and as a pioneer in the soul-trap genre. He gained popularity through his initial two studio albums, “Ghetto Gospel” (2019) and “Pray 4 Love” (2020), which both secured spots in the top 10 of the “Billboard” 200. His emotive lyrics often illuminate his battles with mental health, poverty, and the stark realities of street life, striking a chord with his audience. The hit “Heart on Ice” exemplifies his talent for blending heartfelt, impactful lyrics with catchy melodies. His unique voice and fervent performances distinguish him in today’s rap landscape. In 2021, his third studio album, “SoulFly”, achieved a #1 debut on the “Billboard” 200, affirming his status as a prominent figure in the music realm.

Early Life

Rod Wave, born Rodarius Marcell Green on August 27, 1999, in St. Petersburg, Florida, was primarily raised by his mother after his parents divorced during his elementary school years. His father, involved in criminal pursuits, was incarcerated for more than five years when Wave was young. Struggling to support the family, his mother faced hardships, while Rod found himself engaged in robbery and drug dealing as a teenager. He graduated from Lakewood High School in 2017. Growing up, Wave developed a passion for rap and hip-hop, drawing inspiration from artists such as E-40, Chingy, Boosie Badazz, Chief Keef, Kanye West, and Kevin Gates.

Career

Rod Wave’s career took off in 2016 with the release of his mixtape, “Hunger Games Vol. 1.” Following this, he published several independent mixtapes before signing with Alamo Records. In June 2019, he launched his mixtape “PTSD,” featuring the viral hit “Heart on Ice,” which achieved a peak position of 25^th on the “Billboard” Hot 100, thanks to its popularity on YouTube and TikTok.

Shortly afterwards, he debuted his first album, “Ghetto Gospel,” which reached #10 on the U.S. “Billboard” 200. Wave then began crafting his follow-up project, “Pray 4 Love,” released in April 2020, debuting at #2 on the “Billboard” 200, with a deluxe edition coming out in August that year. Several tracks from this album landed on the “Billboard” Hot 100. Additionally, Wave was featured in the “XXL” 2020 Freshman Class list, spotlighting rising hip-hop talents.

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Throughout the remainder of 2020, Wave dedicated time to his third album. In March 2021, he announced that the album would be titled “SoulFly” along with the track listing. After its release, the track “Tombstone” emerged as his highest-charting song, attaining the #11 position on the Hot 100. He was also honored with the Top New Artist Award at the “Billboard” Music Awards in 2021.

In January 2022, Wave dropped the single “Cold December.” Later, in May, he shared a freestyle of Future’s “Wait for U,” unveiling the title for his upcoming album, “Beautiful Mind.” Released in August 2022, Rod then embarked on a tour spanning nearly two months in late 2022, featuring performances alongside Toosi and Mariah the Scientist as his opening acts. In mid-November, he launched an extended play entitled “Jupiter’s Diary: 7 Day Theory,” which included the song “Break My Heart,” reaching position #76 on the charts.

Personal Life

Currently, Rod Wave is in a relationship with a woman named Kelsey. Together, they have twin daughters reportedly named Kash and Mocha Green. Rod prefers to keep his personal and family matters private, choosing not to disclose details about them on his social media platforms.