Bars That Built an Empire — How Freddie Gibbs Turned Raps Into Riches
Freddie Gibbs has made a name for himself as a rapper and actor, and he has the net worth to prove it. Here is a breakdown of the rapper's fortune.
By D.M.Apr. 5 2024, Updated 8:28 a.m. ET
Thanks to his booming music career, Freddie Gibbs has been able to build an impressive net worth. The rapper – who was born in Indiana — rose from humble beginnings to become a powerhouse on the hip-hop scene. After being featured as a part of XXL’s Freshman Class in 2010, Freddie’s career took off.
He has released five studio albums, including 2022’s $oul $old $eperately – his highest charting record to date. Freddie opened up about his success, which he says came after years of hard work.
“I feel like everything that I really wanted to do with music, I’ve done it,” Freddie told The Daily Texan. “It’s time to collect the accolades, the awards, the money, and all of that. I feel like I put in a good amount of work, especially into this project.”
Now, Freddie’s career is booming, and his net worth is proof of this. Here’s a breakdown of the “Built for This” rapper’s fortune.
Freddie Gibbs performs at the Astor Theatre
What is Freddie Gibbs’ net worth?
According to Yahoo, Freddie Gibbs’ net worth sits at $3 million. Per the outlet, Freddie’s fortune includes earnings from music, television appearances, and other creative ventures.
His LP, $oul $old $eperately, sold over 21,000 units during the first week of its release, Controlled Sounds reports. Freddie has also appeared on a slate of television shows, expanding his entertainment prowess.
Freddie has also aspired to venture into acting, despite being a hardcore MC. He had guest-starring roles in Power Book IV: Force, Loiter Squad, and Bust Down.
Freddie Gibbs visits SiriusXM Studios.
“My goal is to be the best rapper-transition-actor ever, of all time,” he told XXL. “That’s my mission right now. I think I can accomplish that if I sink my teeth into the acting world the same way I did in the rap world.”
He went on to name Ice Cube, Mos Def, and 50 Cent as inspirations for his career, as they also made smooth transitions into the world of acting.
Freddie Gibbs
Rapper, Actor
Net worth: $3 million
Freddie Gibbs is a rapper from Gary, Ind., who rose to popularity in the 2010s. He's collaborated with artists like Kanye West and Tyler, The Creator, and was nominated for a GRAMMY in 2021 for his album Alfredo. Freddie is also an actor and has made guest appearances in shows like Power Book IV: Force, Loiter Squad, and Bust Down.
Birth name: Fredrick Jamel Tipton
Birthday: June 14, 1982
Birthplace: Gary, Indiana
Education: Ball State University
Kids: 2
Father: Warren Tipton
Freddie Gibbs’ career has been filled with controversy.
Freddie Gibbs’ financial status came into question after Benny The Butcher purchased a chain for Freddie’s baby mama. The feud between the two rappers started in 2022 after Gibbs reportedly orchestrated a robbery that resulted in Benny’s chain being snatched, per The Source.
Shortly after, Freddie's chain was taken during a New York – leaving many to believe the robbery was a form of retaliation.
Freddie Gibbs attends Rémy Martin x Usher's "4 On The Floor"
The beef between the rappers took a more drastic turn in March when Benny was spotted hanging out with Freddie’s baby mama. A video of the pair surfaced on social media, revealing that Benny brought Destini, who goes by The Fit Mami, an iced-out chain.
While its unclear if the two are dating, some believe Benny and Destini were trolling Freddie – who got his chain snatched in Destini’s presence.
The feud between Freddie and Benny is not the only bit of controversy that Freddie has been involved in. On Valentine’s Day 2024, Destini shared an NSFW photo of Freddie online.
Freddie seemingly confirmed that he was the man in the explicit photo, sharing a clip of the Geto Boys song where Scarface raps about his sexual proclivities.
