JAY-Z – EST. $1.4 BILLION

Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Carter, is a rapper, songwriter, record producer, and entrepreneur. He is considered one of the greatest rappers of all time and has sold over 100 million records worldwide.

He has also won 23 Grammy Awards. In addition to his successful music career, Jay-Z is also a successful businessman, with investments in various industries, including entertainment, fashion, and technology. As a result, he has become one of the first hip-hop artists to become a billionaire.