Who is rapper Rod Wave and what is his net worth?
ROD Wave is a popular hip-hop and R&B rapper who is widely recognized as a trailblazer in soul-trap.
The critically acclaimed and commercially successful artist, whose real name is Rodarius Marcell Green, burst on to the scene in 2019 and has gained a string of Top 10 hits.
Who is Rod Wave?
Rod Wave was born on August 27, 1999, in St Petersburg, Florida.
His music career began with the release of his mixtape Hunger Games Volume 1 in 2016.
After signing with Alamo Records, he released a new mixtape PTSD which included the song Heart On Ice.
The song quickly went viral on YouTube and TikTok – peaking at number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The same year, he dropped his album Ghetto Gospel which debuted at number 10 on the Billboard 200.
His two following albums, Pray 4 Love and SoulFly, also made the top ten with a delayed fourth album, Beautiful Mind, set to be released on June 3, 2022.
However, the album was eventually released in August that year.
Since his breakthrough, Billboard recognized the artist for his "candor and shrewd ability to tug at the listeners' heartstrings.”
In April 2023 he gained his seventh Top 10 hit with Fight the Feeling.
In an X, formerly Twitter message the following month, he claimed to have reached his peak artistically.
In a past interview, Rod revealed his biggest inspirations included Kayne West and Kevin Gates.
What is Rod Wave's net worth?
Rod’s music has earned him plaudits from across the industry, including a nomination for the top new artist at the Billboard Music Awards in 2021.
While the majority of his income likely stems from his music career, including album sales and touring, he may also earn a hefty sum via endorsement deals and brand sponsorships on social media.
As of March 2024, he has on his Instagram, 1.5 million followers , and 5 million followers on .
Is Rod Wave married and does he have any children?
Rod Wave is the father of twin daughters who he shares with his longtime girlfriend, Kelsey Dee Coleman.
The couple welcomed the two tots in 2021.
He first mentioned his children when he appeared on The Breakfast Club in April 2022 as he opened up on the challenges of being a young father.
He said: “I’m so used to like being able to go last minute like I’d jump on a plane and go anywhere, but that s**t made me not want to go nowhere but go home."
The rapper preferred to keep his partner and his daughters out of the limelight, with their identities hidden until September 2023.
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That's when the rapper reportedly broke up with Coleman, as reported by .
It is unclear whether the duo are taking a break, co-parenting, or back together as of March 2024.