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Rod Wave

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Personal Details :

  • Full Name: Rodarius Marcell Green
  • Stage Name: Rod Wave
  • Date of Birth: August 27, 1999
  • Birthplace: St. Petersburg, Florida, USA
  • Occupation: Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
  • Genres: Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Trap
  • Years Active: 2016–present
  • Labels: Alamo Records, Sony Music
  • Notable Albums: Ghetto Gospel, Pray 4 Love, SoulFly, Beautiful Mind
  • Musical Style: Known for blending melodic rap with soulful singing and emotionally charged lyrics
  • Influences: Kevin Gates, Meek Mill, and other Southern rap artists

Social Media Presence :

Career Overview :

  • Notable Albums:
    • Ghetto Gospel (2019)
    • Pray 4 Love (2020)
    • SoulFly (2021)
    • Beautiful Mind (2022)
    • Jupiter’s Diary: 7 Day Theory (2022)
    • Nostalgia (2023)
    • Last Lap (2024)
  • Major Achievements:
    • Debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with Last Lap (2024)
    • Third consecutive No. 1 album on Billboard 200 with Nostalgia (2023)
    • Over 35 RIAA certifications as of August 2024
    • Multiple platinum singles and top-charting albums
  • Touring Highlights:
    • Last Lap Tour (2024–2025): 28 shows across the U.S., featuring Moneybagg Yo and Toosii
    • Nostalgia Tour (2023): 35 shows with Ari Lennox, G Herbo, and Toosii
    • Beautiful Mind Tour (2022): Supported by Lil Durk and Toosii
    • Ghetto Gospel Tour (2020): Executive produced by Kevin Gates
  • Legal Issues:
    • 2022: Arrested on domestic battery charges; later dropped
    • 2024: Arrested for firearm possession as a convicted felon; denied by attorneys
    • 2025: Arrested on 14 charges, including assault and firearm offenses; maintains innocence

Personal Life & Interests :

  • Stage Name: Rod Wave
  • Children: Twin daughters and a son (born 2018) with his long-time on-and-off girlfriend, Kelsey “Dee” Coleman
  • Hobbies & Interests:
    • Writing: Rod Wave often writes poetry and journals to express his thoughts, serving as an emotional outlet and aiding in crafting heartfelt lyrics
    • Cooking: He enjoys cooking and trying new recipes, finding it therapeutic and a way to connect with his roots
    • Traveling: Exploring new places inspires him, allowing him to experience different cultures and enrich his creative process
    • Gaming: Gaming serves as a relaxation method, providing an escape from his demanding career and a way to connect with friends and fans
    • Sports: He has a passion for basketball and often references his hometown and personal experiences in his songs
    • Pet Lover: Rod Wave has a soft spot for animals and often shares pictures of his pets on social media, showcasing his playful side
  • Community Engagement: He is involved in charitable foundations focused on financially empowering youth, reflecting his commitment to giving back to the community
  • Social Media Presence: Rod Wave maintains a strong presence on various social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook, using these platforms to share personal updates, promote his music, and interact with fans

Net Worth :

  • Estimated Net Worth (2025): $5 million – $9 million
  • Primary Sources of Income:
    • Music Sales & Streaming: Revenue from platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube. Notably, Rod Wave’s YouTube channel has over 5.6 million subscribers and has accumulated over 5 billion views, with estimated monthly earnings ranging from $26,000 to $426,000 .
    • Touring & Live Performances: Earnings from concerts and tours, with reports indicating he earns approximately $250,000 per show .
    • Social Media & Brand Collaborations: Income from platforms like Instagram and TikTok. For instance, on Instagram, he has an engagement rate of 9.84%, generating an estimated $16,228 to $24,342 per post .
  • Assets & Investments:
    • Real Estate: Ownership of multiple properties, including a luxury home in St. Petersburg, Florida, valued at around $1.1 million .
    • Luxury Vehicles: A collection comprising a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Mercedes S-Class, and Bentley Bentayga .
    • Investments: Portfolio includes stocks in companies like Verizon, Walmart, Netflix, Tesla, and Coca-Cola, totaling approximately $1.4 million.
  • Financial Overview:
    • Annual Income: Estimated at $3.5 million, primarily from music royalties and live performances .
    • Monthly Income: Reports suggest earnings of $20,000+ per month .
    • Recent Expenditures: Notable purchases include a Patek Philippe diamond watch worth $390,000 and a Ford F-150 valued at $105,000 .

Awards & Achievements :

  • RIAA Certifications:
    • Over 35 Platinum and Gold certifications, including:
      • 4× Platinum: “Heart on Ice”
      • 3× Platinum: “Girl of My Dreams”
      • 2× Platinum: “Turks & Caicos” (feat. 21 Savage)
      • Gold: “Rags2Riches 2” (feat. Lil Baby)
  • Billboard Chart Success:
    • Debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with “Nostalgia” (2023), marking his third consecutive No. 1 album
    • All three albums—”SoulFly” (2021), “Beautiful Mind” (2022), and “Nostalgia”—debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart
  • Music Business Recognition:
    • Named the top artist-songwriter in the U.S. for Q1 2021 by the National Music Publishers Association (NMPA), with 10 certifications including double Multi-Platinum for “Rags2Riches”
  • Major Milestones:
    • Achieved over 15 billion streams across platforms
    • Sold over 3.7 million albums worldwide
    • All six studio albums have charted in the top 10 of the Billboard 200, with seven consecutive top 10 entries from 2019 to 2024

Fun Facts :

  • Hobbies:
    • Playing video games
    • Watching movies
    • Traveling
    • Fishing
    • Playing basketball
  • Music Preferences:
    • Influenced by artists like Tupac Shakur, Boosie Badazz, and Adele
    • Enjoys listening to Kanye West and Ed Sheeran
  • Recording Style: Prefers to record in a dark room with his engineer rather than in a traditional studio setting
  • Future Aspirations: Interested in writing a book or movie script one day
  • Pet Lover: Shares pictures of his pets on social media, showcasing his playful side