Big Draco: What's Rapper-Turned-Business Man Soulja Boy's Net Worth Now? Find Out!
Soulja Boy is one of the rappers who have left a lasting impression on modern day pop culture. Here's what we know of his net worth now!
By S.Y.Dec. 1 2023, Published 1:16 p.m. ET
Many artists are known for their musical ability and hit songs, and Soulja Boy, born DeAndre Cortez Way, is one of them.
No one can deny that he has left a major imprint on pop culture.
Fans of the rapper know that Soulja Boy prides himself on being "the first" to do a lot of things, and sure, the long-running joke has made for a good laugh, but the truth is, Soulja Boy is really about his business.
So, where does his net worth stand today?
How did Soulja Boy get famous?
Soulja Boy kicked off his career in 2007. He released his debut single "Crank That," a happy-go-lucky anthem that was full of energy and good vibes, which snagged the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 100.
His debut album, Souljaboytellem.com, not only propelled him into the limelight but also coincided with the rise of social media, which Soulja fully capitalized on. His discography includes a list of successful albums and singles, which contributed to his critical acclaim.
Soulja Boy arrives at the 2011 American Music Awards.
Whether people want to admit it or not, Soulja had some nostalgic bops that have shifted the culture and helped define the sound of the early 2010s. From "Crank That" to "Kiss Me Thru The Phone," the Chicago native has put the necessary work into his career.
What is Soulja Boy’s net worth? Find out!
Over the years, Soulja's career has continued to thrive and this success came with a lot of financial rewards. According to several sources, the rapper's net worth was previously estimated to be anywhere from $35 to $42 million dollars.
However, word on the street is that Soulja Boy's net worth is in the negative as of this writing. The rapper found himself in some legal trouble and has seemingly fallen on hard times.
Soulja Boy got sued by his ex — exploring the rapper's legal troubles.
According to court documents obtained from the ongoing lawsuit between him and his ex-girlfriend, Kayla Myers, Soulja Boy reportedly has a tax lean of at least $1 million and has minimal assets to his name. The court ordered the rapper to pay a $472,000 judgment to his ex-girlfriend, Kayla, whom reports state he physically assaulted, kidnapped, and held her at gunpoint.
Kayla is not the first woman to accuse the rapper of domestic violence. In the past, several women have also come out with accusations of violence from the rapper. In light of his financial woes, paying restitution has proven to be difficult for the rapper.
Because the sum of the lawsuit exceeded the amount of money in his bank account, the judge ordered that Kayla seize Soulja Boy's assets (according to the LA Times.) There is no word out about whether she has successfully done so, but the case, which was filed in January 2021, is still ongoing.
That said, he is still releasing music — in 2023, he shared Soulja World 3 with the world. The status of Soulja Boy's pending case is unclear, but this is a developing story and we will keep our ears to the ground about any updates that may surface.
