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)
- Over 35 Platinum and Gold certifications, including:
- 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