Richest Rappers 2012 – Forbes Wealthiest Hip-Hop Artists

Forbes Magazine released the Top-5 Richest Rappers Of 2012 with Diddy on top the list for the second year, Jay-Z dropped down to second after coming first in 2010. Many of these rappers rose from rags to riches by tirelessly working simultaneously as producers, writers,musicians and businessmen. However, their hard work has quite literally paid off and has made them millions, according to Forbes. Below is the FORBES 2012 Top Five Wealthiest Rappers :

1. Sean “Diddy” Combs

Net Worth: $550 million – As of April 2012

2. Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter

Net Worth:$460 million – As of April 2012

3. Andre “Dr. Dre” Young

Net Worth: $260 million – As of April 2012

4. Bryan “Birdman” Williams

Net Worth: $125 million – As of April 2012

5. Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson

Net Worth:$110 million – As of April 2012

[ via : therichest ]