Smashing the conventional myth that hip-hop is a male-dominated domain with their killer attitude and highly impactful creations, the world of rap is seeing some phenomenal female rappers emerging on the scene who are taking the genre by storm. Instead of constraining to the limits, these female rap artists are breaking the glass ceiling to lead the way on their terms and also paving the way for future women artists. Recent years have witnessed a bunch of female rappers who are topping their charts with not their music and hard-hitting lyrics, but their undeniable charisma and outstanding presence.
It’s a common notion that the male artists earn the most money for their artistic pursuits, but few female rap artists are sincerely giving them a tough competition with their dollar figures. These incredible ladies have not only made a mark by cutting through the long list of male-dominated hip-hop fields but have also become the richest and most prolific female rappers of all time. So instead of scrolling all over, take a quick view of the top five richest female rappers of 2019 and 2020 who have made some lucrative earnings with their rapping and singing.
- Nicki Minaj:
The American rapper, model, actress, and songwriter, who earned recognition after releasing the hit mixtapes Playtime Are Over, Sucka Free, and others, went forward to become a top shot in the hip-hop industry, who with her fast rapping style have proved her worth consistently. The lady has worked with some of the best rappers and is undoubtedly one of the wealthiest female rappers in the scene. Her earning according to 2019 data was approximately $70million and roughly $75 million in 2020through various big endorsements and rapping, which makes her the wealthiest female rapper in the world.
2. Queen Latifah:
Popularly called hip-hop’s first lady, Queen Latifah is an American Grammy award-winning rapper, actress, record producer, and actress whose success in the hip-hop field has ignited a wave of passion in the hearts of all female rappers and also helped redefine the way people perceive this male-dominated genre. The artist garnered huge acclaim for her debut hip-hop album All Hail to the Queen and maintains a strong earning of $60 million, as of 2020 from both acting and rapping.
3. Missy Elliott:
A groundbreaking rapper, singer, producer, and songwriter, Missy Elliott is a cultural and hip-hop icon who is deliberately reshaping the way rap and R&B are introduced in hip-hop. The Grammy award-winning artist who achieved great fame with some solid hits like Sock It 2 Me, Get Ur Freak On, and Work It retains full control over her creative attributes and is effortlessly pushing the boundaries of hip-hop with her undeniable control. She is the third richest female rappers in the world and has also collaborated with some big names. Her net worth is approximately $50 million as of today, from acting, rapping, and brief modeling.
4. Bahamadia and Lil’Kim:
Back in 2019, Bahamadia, the brilliantly talented hip-hop artist, producer, and lyricist born and raised in Philadelphia was enjoying her rank at the fourth position with a rough earning of $32 million as a freestyle artist and lyricist who used to host her radio show. Coming to show the name has been replaced by Lil’Kim, the American rapper, model, record producer, and songwriter who secured the fifth position amongst the top rappers of 2019, has now received a boost and is in the fourth position. The artist has won the hearts of millions with her explicit lyrics and seductive persona. The artist shot to fame in the 1990s and is heavily influenced by MC Lyte and The Lady of Rage. She is considered to be one of the greatest female rappers of all times with a net worth of $18 million as of 2020, that comes from her rapping, songwriting, modeling, acting, and also her clothing lines.
5. Sandra Denton:
The Jamaican-American rapper and actress who was at number six in the 2019 list of top richest female rappers, now secure the fifth position in 2020. Most popularly known as Pepa or Pep, this hip-hop rapper and actress earned popularity from the outstanding all-female hip-hop group Salt-N-Pepa. Her net worth rounds out to about $15 million which makes her the fifth wealthiest female rappers in the world. She makes the money from rapping and acting.